Providence County, Rhode Island
45 ZIP codes · Avg score 64/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-06-03
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
How Providence County Compares
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: 2026-06-03
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.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 12.3 (asthma 12.4%, diabetes 11.6%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $2,238, driven primarily by flood
Infrastructure: 0.494% avg pipe failure probability, 69% of ZIPs at high risk
78.8% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2021–2025)
→ Stable trendEPA violation counts by year across Providence County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
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
Black markers indicate national averages. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.
Infrastructure Overview
Sources: Census ACS (housing age), EPA SDWIS (infrastructure risk model), state bridge inspection data.
Compound Risk Breakdown
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $2,238
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
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
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
Black markers = national averages. Red = above national avg. Green = below. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.
Water Systems with Most Violations
Top 5 systems in Providence County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Providence-city of | 333,142 | 88 |
| 2 | Providence-city of - Whipple | 471 | 87 |
| 3 | Eleanor Slater Hospital Zambarano Unit | 540 | 84 |
| 4 | Meadowlark, Inc. | 183 | 84 |
| 5 | Richmond Ridge Development | 172 | 84 |
28 total water systems serve Providence County.
All ZIP Codes in Providence County
45 ZIP codes tracked in Providence County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2826 | Glendale | 83 | B | 1 | $266K |
| 2 | 2828 | Greenville | 83 | B | 0 | $401K |
| 3 | 2861 | Pawtucket | 83 | B | 1 | $285K |
| 4 | 2862 | Pawtucket | 83 | B | 1 | — |
| 5 | 2814 | Chepachet | 78 | B | 3 | $376K |
| 6 | 2859 | Pascoag | 78 | B | 0 | $362K |
| 7 | 2860 | Pawtucket | 78 | B | 1 | $287K |
| 8 | 2864 | Cumberland | 78 | B | 1 | $395K |
| 9 | 2865 | Lincoln | 78 | B | 1 | $428K |
| 10 | 2917 | Smithfield | 76 | B | 3 (2 health) | $416K |
| 11 | 2876 | Slatersville | 74 | B | 2 | — |
| 12 | 2895 | Woonsocket | 74 | B | 8 | $268K |
| 13 | 2896 | North Smithfield | 74 | B | 9 (1 health) | $424K |
| 14 | 2914 | East Providence | 73 | B | 0 | $310K |
| 15 | 2902 | Providence | 69 | C | 7 (2 health) | — |
| 16 | 2940 | Providence | 69 | C | 7 (2 health) | — |
| 17 | 2901 | Providence | 65 | C | 7 (2 health) | — |
| 18 | 2912 | Providence | 65 | C | 7 (2 health) | — |
| 19 | 2918 | Providence | 65 | C | 7 (2 health) | — |
| 20 | 2903 | Providence | 64 | C | 7 (2 health) | $366K |
| 21 | 2906 | Providence | 64 | C | 7 (2 health) | $583K |
| 22 | 2907 | Providence | 64 | C | 7 (2 health) | $312K |
| 23 | 2908 | Providence | 64 | C | 7 (2 health) | $294K |
| 24 | 2802 | Albion | 63 | C | 0 | $271K |
| 25 | 2827 | Greene | 63 | C | 0 | $380K |
| 26 | 2830 | Harrisville | 63 | C | 0 | $381K |
| 27 | 2838 | Manville | 63 | C | 0 | $328K |
| 28 | 2857 | North Scituate | 63 | C | 0 | $388K |
| 29 | 2858 | Oakland | 63 | C | 0 | $343K |
| 30 | 2905 | Providence | 59 | C | 7 (2 health) | $323K |
| 31 | 2909 | Providence | 59 | C | 7 (2 health) | $284K |
| 32 | 2863 | Central Falls | 55 | C | 0 | $301K |
| 33 | 2915 | Riverside | 55 | C | 0 | $318K |
| 34 | 2916 | Rumford | 55 | C | 0 | $360K |
| 35 | 2921 | Cranston | 55 | C | 0 | $524K |
| 36 | 2904 | Providence | 54 | D | 7 (2 health) | $302K |
| 37 | 2815 | Clayville | 53 | D | 0 | — |
| 38 | 2824 | Forestdale | 53 | D | 0 | $414K |
| 39 | 2829 | Harmony | 53 | D | 0 | — |
| 40 | 2839 | Mapleville | 53 | D | 0 | $321K |
| 41 | 2911 | North Providence | 50 | D | 0 | $319K |
| 42 | 2919 | Johnston | 50 | D | 0 | $326K |
| 43 | 2825 | Foster | 48 | D | 12 (4 health) | $399K |
| 44 | 2910 | Cranston | 45 | D | 0 | $302K |
| 45 | 2920 | 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.
- Best Water Filters for Lead — Lead above EPA action level in 1 ZIP code
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 78.8% of homes built before 1978
- Best Under-Sink Reverse Osmosis Systems — Multi-contaminant removal at the kitchen tap
- Best Sump Pumps — Flood is the top compound risk factor
- Best Mold Test Kits — Flood-driven moisture and mold risk
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
- Water quality: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS)
- Home values: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (median estimates by ZCTA)
Updated daily.