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Providence County, Rhode Island

45 ZIP codes · Avg score 64/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-07-19

ZipCheckup grade for Providence: C.

A mixed picture - some signals here are worth your attention.

Compared to top-scoring counties, Providence County's 45 ZIP codes land in the middle tier - some meet standards cleanly, others carry documented violations, and the gap between the best and worst areas is wider than average.

How Providence County Compares

Providence County64/100
Rhode Island avg61/100
National avg68/100

How Providence County Compares

C
County Grade
64/100
Avg Safety Score
45
ZIP Codes
28
Water Systems

Providence County scores 3 points above the Rhode Island state average (61/100) and 4 points below the national average (68/100).

Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-07-19

C
County Grade
64
Avg Safety Score
45
ZIP Codes
Glendale
Best ZIP: 02826 (83/100)
Cranston
Lowest ZIP: 02920 (45/100)
$332K
Median Home Value
$1,811
Avg Remediation (55% of home value)

ZIP Code Risk Map

Water Quality Map: Providence County, Rhode Island

Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.

A B C D F

Key Risk Factors

Health risk index: 12.3 (asthma 12.4%, diabetes 11.6%)

Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $2,557, driven primarily by flood

Infrastructure: 0.537% avg pipe failure probability, 76% of ZIPs at high risk

78.8% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)

Violation History (2021–2025)

→ Stable trend

EPA violation counts by year across Providence County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.

2021
13 (13 health)
2022
15 (15 health)
2025
10 (10 health)

Peak year: 2022 with 15 violations. Past 5 years: 38 total (38 health-based).

Source: EPA SDWIS historical violations. Data may lag 6–12 months for the most recent year.

County Health Indicators vs National Average

Asthma 12.4% (national: 8.9%)
Diabetes 11.6% (national: 10.5%)
Obesity 33.4% (national: 32.4%)

Black markers indicate national averages. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.

Infrastructure Overview

1959
Median Build Year
78.8%
Pre-1978 Housing
54%
Pipe Failure Probability
76%
ZIPs at High Infra Risk
High
Lead Pipe Risk

Sources: Census ACS (housing age), EPA SDWIS (infrastructure risk model), state bridge inspection data.

Compound Risk Breakdown

Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $2,557

Flood $1,081/yr
Energy Code Gap $569/yr
Sea Level Rise $400/yr

Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).

Housing Age Distribution

275,806 housing units in Providence County

Pre-1940 37%
1940–1959 19%
1960–1979 21%
1980–1999 16%
2000+ 7%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034 (Year Structure Built).

Water Safety Affordability

How much it costs to fix water issues relative to home values in Providence County

$332K
Median Home Value
$1,811
Est. Remediation Cost
0.5%
of Home Value
Remediation as % of home value low burden

Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Providence County, representing a small fraction of property value.

Remediation includes water filtration, lead abatement, radon mitigation, and flood protection where applicable. Source: Census ACS, EPA SDWIS.

Health Outcomes vs National Average

CDC PLACES data for Providence County residents

Asthma 12.4% (US avg: 8.9%)
Diabetes 11.6% (US avg: 11%)
Obesity 33.4% (US avg: 32.4%)

Black markers = national averages. Red = above national avg. Green = below. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.

Water systems serving Providence County

8 community water systems serving Providence County.

Show all 8 water systems

28 total water systems serve Providence County.

Systems with the most violations in Providence County

5 water systems with recorded EPA violations.

All ZIP Codes in Providence County

45 ZIP codes tracked in Providence County.

# ZIP Code City Safety Score Grade Violations Home Value
1 02826 Glendale 83 B 1 $266K
2 02828 Greenville 83 B 0 $401K
3 02861 Pawtucket 83 B 1 $285K
4 02862 Pawtucket 83 B 1 —
5 02814 Chepachet 78 B 3 $376K
6 02859 Pascoag 78 B 0 $362K
7 02860 Pawtucket 78 B 1 $287K
8 02864 Cumberland 78 B 1 $395K
9 02865 Lincoln 78 B 1 $428K
10 02917 Smithfield 76 B 3 (2 health) $416K
11 02876 Slatersville 74 B 2 —
12 02895 Woonsocket 74 B 8 $268K
13 02896 North Smithfield 74 B 9 (1 health) $424K
14 02914 East Providence 73 B 0 $310K
15 02902 Providence 69 C 7 (2 health) —
16 02940 Providence 69 C 7 (2 health) —
17 02901 Providence 65 C 7 (2 health) —
18 02912 Providence 65 C 7 (2 health) —
19 02918 Providence 65 C 7 (2 health) —
20 02903 Providence 64 C 7 (2 health) $366K
21 02906 Providence 64 C 7 (2 health) $583K
22 02907 Providence 64 C 7 (2 health) $312K
23 02908 Providence 64 C 7 (2 health) $294K
24 02802 Albion 63 C 0 $271K
25 02827 Greene 63 C 0 $380K
26 02830 Harrisville 63 C 0 $381K
27 02838 Manville 63 C 0 $328K
28 02857 North Scituate 63 C 0 $388K
29 02858 Oakland 63 C 0 $343K
30 02905 Providence 59 C 7 (2 health) $323K
31 02909 Providence 59 C 7 (2 health) $284K
32 02863 Central Falls 55 C 0 $301K
33 02915 Riverside 55 C 0 $318K
34 02916 Rumford 55 C 0 $360K
35 02921 Cranston 55 C 0 $524K
36 02904 Providence 54 D 7 (2 health) $302K
37 02815 Clayville 53 D 0 —
38 02824 Forestdale 53 D 0 $414K
39 02829 Harmony 53 D 0 —
40 02839 Mapleville 53 D 0 $321K
41 02911 North Providence 50 D 0 $319K
42 02919 Johnston 50 D 0 $326K
43 02825 Foster 48 D 12 (4 health) $399K
44 02910 Cranston 45 D 0 $302K
45 02920 Cranston 45 D 0 $337K

Recommended Buyer Guides for Providence County

Federal and certification sources drive the ordering: EPA monitoring data, NSF certifications, FEMA flood maps, and CDC lead guidance - guides surface only when county data warrants them.

Deep Dive Reports

Detailed analysis for Providence County, Rhode Island

Overview

Providence County in Rhode Island covers 45 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (64/100).

24 of 45 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 31 health-based violations have been documented.

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Data Sources

Updated daily.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is water safe in Providence County?
Providence County receives a grade of C. Some ZIP codes have recorded violations and residents in affected areas may want to test their water.
How many water systems serve Providence County?
Providence County is served by 28 public water systems that supply drinking water to residents across 45 ZIP codes.
What is the biggest environmental risk in Providence County?
The primary environmental risk factor in Providence County is flood. This contributes to an estimated additional annual cost of $2,557 per homeowner.
How old are homes in Providence County?
The median home build year in Providence County is 1959. 78.8% of homes were built before 1978, which means they may contain lead-based paint and older plumbing materials.
How does Providence County compare to Rhode Island?
Providence County has an average water safety score of 64/100, which is above the Rhode Island state average of 61/100.

How to cite this page

APA ZipCheckup. (2026). Providence County, RI: Lead Above EPA Limits - 64/100 (2026). https://zipcheckup.com/county/rhode-island/providence/
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Data as of July 2026.

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