Middletown, Rhode Island
Middletown: town in Rhode Island
About
Middletown is a town located in the county of Newport in the U.S. state of Rhode Island. Its population at the 2010 census was 16,150 and a population density of 1,084 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 15,803 inhabitants.
The town was created 283 years ago in 1742.
Quick Facts about Middletown
| Population | 15,803 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Rhode Island (United States) |
| County | Newport County |
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| Postal code | 02842 |
| Phone Area Codes | 401 |
| Area | 14.9 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 41.5457,-71.2914 |
| Altitude | 154 feet / 47 meters |
| Establishment | January 01, 1743 (283 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 17:51:09 (22nd April 2026) |
| Density | 1,061 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -2.2% (2010-2020) |
Geography
Middletown is located at 41°32'44"N 71°17'29"W (41.5456600, -71.2914400).
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Official website of Middletown
Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Middletown decreased by 2.2% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 16,150 | - | census |
| 2011 | 16,136 | -0.09% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 16,117 | -0.12% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 16,192 | 0.46% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 16,223 | 0.19% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 16,132 | -0.56% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 16,095 | -0.23% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 16,060 | -0.22% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 15,954 | -0.66% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 15,888 | -0.42% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 15,803 | -0.54% | estimation process |
Best Things to Do in Middletown
1Sachuest Point National Wildlife Refuge
769 Sachuest Point Rd, Middletown, RI 02842, United States View details
Phone: +14016192680 | Website available
2Norman Bird Sanctuary
583 3rd Beach Rd, Middletown, RI 02842, United States View details
Phone: +14018462577 | Website available
3Third Beach
3rd Beach Rd, Middletown, RI 02842, United States View details
Phone: +14018492822 | Website available
Where to Eat in Middletown
1Newport Vineyards
909 E Main Rd, Middletown, RI 02842, United States View details
Phone: +14018485161 | Website available
Where to Stay in Middletown
1Sonesta Select Newport Middletown
9 Commerce Dr, Middletown, RI 02842, United States View details
Phone: +14018498000 | Website available
People born in Middletown (7)
People born in Middletown, including physical chemist Wilder Dwight Bancroft, singer Bill Cowsill, 25th United States National Security Advisor Michael Flynn, .
More notable people
- Israel T. Almy he was born in 01/01/1892
- F. Warren Wright (American classical philologist) he was born in 08/03/1885
- Helena Sturtevant (American painter) she was born in 09/08/1872
- James Lawrence Breese, Jr. (American aviator and inventor) he was born in 14/07/1885
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Middletown, RI. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 437237 | IYRS School of Technology & Trades | Newport (RI) | 02840 |
Nearby Transit Stations (17)
Rail and bus stations connected to Middletown, RI. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| KIN | Kingston station | 1 Railroad Avenue | RAIL |
| PVD | Providence station | 100 Gaspee Street | RAIL |
| WLY | Westerly station | 14 Railroad Avenue | RAIL |
| FOX | Foxwoods Casino, Connecticut | 39 Norwich Westerley Rd. | BUS |
| MYS | Mystic station | 2 Roosevelt Avenue | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Middletown.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Middletown Post Office | Middletown (RI) | 02842 |
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Other cities in Newport County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Newport County , RI.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Newport | 24,412 | City in and county seat of Newport County, Rhode Island, United States |
| Portsmouth | 17,108 | Town in Newport County, Rhode Island, USA |
| Tiverton | 15,569 | Town in Newport County, Rhode Island, United States |
| Jamestown | 5,482 | Town in Rhode Island, United States |
| Little Compton | 3,462 | Town in Newport County, Rhode Island, United States |
Distance to Other Cities
Middletown distances to largest Rhode Island cities