Living in Kent County, Rhode Island

Kent County is a county in Rhode Island with a population of around 164,801, part of the Providence-New Bedford-Fall River, RI-MA MSA metro area. The main communities are Warwick, Coventry, West Warwick.

Cost of Living

Median rent is $1,541/month, around the national average, with a median home price of around $381K. The county has a low unemployment rate at 4.5%.

Weather and Climate

The climate brings cold winters (highs around 40°F) and warm summers (highs around 76°F). The coast is within 1 hour. Mountains are 1-3 hours away. Natural hazard risks include earthquake risk and tornado risk.

Demographics

Kent County has middle-aged demographics, with a median age of 44 and a moderately educated workforce (33% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher). The county votes competitive.