Rhode Island, US

Rhode Island: State on east coast of United States of America

About

Rhode Island is the smallest U.S. state located in the New England region. It is bordered by Connecticut, Massachusetts, and the Atlantic Ocean. Rhode Island is known for its coastal scenery, colonial history, and vibrant cities.

Some key facts about Rhode Island:

  • Capital: Providence
  • Population: Around 1 million
  • Area: 1,214 square miles (smallest state)
  • Nickname: The Ocean State

Rhode Island has over 400 miles of coastline along Narragansett Bay and the Atlantic, including Block Island. The state has dense forests, rolling hills, and farmland inland. Rhode Island experiences all four seasons with humid summers and snowy winters.

Providence, founded in 1636, is the state's capital and largest city. The city has a colonial heritage mixed with a modern urban scene of arts, culture, and food. Newport is a popular coastal destination known for sailing, Gilded Age mansions, and summer events.

Rhode Island played an integral role in the American Revolution and industrialization. Today, tourism, healthcare, and education are important industries. The state is home to eight higher education institutions including Brown University and RISD.

Rhode Island is known for its regional foods like coffee milk, hot wieners, and clam cakes as well as Italian American cuisine. The state has many culinary, arts, and cultural festivals year-round especially during the summer.

In summary, Rhode Island may be small but packs a big punch with its beautiful shoreline, historic cities, cuisine, and coastal charm. This tiny state offers magnificent scenery, culture, and heritage.

Rhode Island locator map
Location of Rhode Island

Quick Facts about Rhode Island

Population : 1,057,125
Country : United States of America
Different from : state of the United States
Head of government : Governor of Rhode Island
Phone Area Codes : 401
Area : 3144.25 km2
Official name : State of Rhode Island and Providence Plantations
Water as percent of area : 33.08%
Land as percent of area : 66.92%
Legislative body : Rhode Island General Assembly
Named for : Providence Plantations, Aquidneck Island
Altitude : 197 feet / 60 meters
Capital : Providence
Establishment : May 05, 1790 (233 years ago)
Time Zone : Eastern Time Zone, America/New_York
Local time : 16:10:05 (28th March 2024)
Downtown Providence Rhode Island 2008 image
Downtown Providence Rhode Island 2008
Downtown Providence Rhode Island 2008 image

Geography

Rhode Island is located at 41°45'1"N 71°29'59"W (41.7503800, -71.4997800). It has 2 neighbors: Connecticut and Massachusetts.

Rhode Island map

The largest city of Rhode Island is Providence with a population of 179,270. Other cities include, Warwick population 81,189, Cranston population 81,142, Pawtucket population 71,710 and East Providence population 47,337. See all Rhode Island cities & populated places.

Largest Cities in Rhode Island (more)

Cities, Towns, Villages, Neighborhoods & Other Populated Places in Rhode Island.

City Name Title County Population
Providence The capital and most populous city of Rhode Island. Providence 179,270
Warwick The most populous city in Kent County, Rhode Island. Kent 81,189
Cranston The second most populous city in Rhode Island. Providence 81,142
Pawtucket The second most populous city in Providence County, Rhode Island. Providence 71,710
East Providence A city in Providence County, Rhode Island. Providence 47,337
Woonsocket The second-largest city in Rhode Island. Providence 41,545
Cumberland Town of the United States Providence 35,207
Coventry Town in Kent County, Rhode Island, United States Kent 34,931
North Providence Town in Rhode Island, United States Providence 32,507
West Warwick Town in Kent County, Rhode Island, United States Kent 28,967
North Kingstown Town in Rhode Island Washington 26,278
Newport City in and county seat of Newport County, Rhode Island, United States Newport 24,412
Westerly Town in Washington County, Rhode Island, United States Washington 22,328
Bristol Town in Rhode Island Bristol 21,866
Smithfield County seat of Johnston County, North Carolina Providence 21,842
Central Falls City in Rhode Island Providence 19,468

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Rhode Island has 2 neighbours.

  • Kent County
  • Bristol County
  • Newport County
  • Washington County
  • Providence County

Demographics

Year Population % Change Method
1910 542,610 - census
1920 604,397 10.22% census
1930 687,497 12.09% census
1940 713,346 3.62% census
1950 791,896 9.92% census
1960 859,488 7.86% census
1970 946,725 9.21% census
1980 947,154 0.05% census
1990 1,003,464 5.61% census
2000 1,048,319 4.28% census
2010 1,052,567 0.4% census
2011 1,053,649 0.1% estimation process
2012 1,054,621 0.09% estimation process
2013 1,055,081 0.04% estimation process
2014 1,055,936 0.08% estimation process
2015 1,056,065 0.01% estimation process
2016 1,056,770 0.07% estimation process
2017 1,055,673 -0.1% estimation process
2018 1,058,287 0.25% estimation process
2019 1,059,361 0.1% estimation process
2020 1,057,125 -0.21% estimation process

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People born in Rhode Island (108)

People born in Rhode Island, including mixologist Dale DeGroff, diplomat Christopher R. Hill, United States Naval Officer Oliver Hazard Perry, .

List

  • Bree Van de Kamp (fictional character on Desperate Housewives) she was born in 20/08/1965
  • Thomas Tew (American pirate) he was born in 01/01/1649
  • Charlie Hunter (American musician) he was born in 23/05/1967
  • Dave Ballou (American musician) he was born in 22/04/1963
  • George Brayton (American mechanical engineer) he was born in 03/10/1830
  • Stephen DeCesare (American composer, singer and opera singer) he was born in 14/05/1969
  • John Martin ((1731-1786) revolutionary governor of Georgia, USA) he was born in 01/01/1731
  • John McLaughlin (American journalist) he was born in 29/03/1927
  • Paul Di Filippo (American writer) he was born in 29/10/1954
  • Gary Albright (American professional wrestler (1963-2000)) he was born in 18/05/1963
  • Don Reo (American television producer) he was born in 08/01/1946
  • Waverley Root (American journalist) he was born in 15/04/1903
  • CJ Adams (actor) he was born in 06/04/2000
  • Brook Silva-Braga (American film director) he was born in 27/03/1979
  • Edward Pelham Brenton (British Royal Navy officer & historian) he was born in 20/07/1774
  • Melanie Gideon (American writer) she was born in 01/01/1964
  • Susan Leigh Star (American sociologist) she was born in 01/01/1954
  • William "Billy" Costello (American actor) he was born in 02/02/1898

Rhode Island Counties

Providence County
Providence County

Providence County, county in Rhode Island, United States

Kent County
Kent County

Kent County, county in Rhode Island, United States

Washington County
Washington County

Washington County, county in Rhode Island, United States

County Name Population
Providence County 636,547
Kent County 164,646
Washington County 125,746
Newport County 81,836
Bristol County 48,350

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Map of Rhode Island Na 1
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Map of Usa Highlighting Rhode Island
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New England Ref 2001
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Providence Metro Area
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Rhode Island Ned500
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Rhode Island Locator Map With Us
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Us East Coast Map With Block Island Highligting
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Map of Rhode Island Regions
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Usa Rhode Island Location Map
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Where Is Rhode Island Located
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Rhode Island Highway Map
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Uri Kingston Campus Map
Rhode Island Cities And Towns
Rhode Island Cities And Towns
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Rhode Island Reference Map