Rhode Island Counties by Poverty Rate
The poverty rate measures the share of residents with income below the federal threshold. It varies by household size and is a key indicator of economic hardship.
All 5 counties ranked by Poverty Rate, from lowest to highest. Click the column header to reverse sort order. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates, 2023.
| # | Counties | Poverty Rate ↑ |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bristol County, Rhode Island | 3.5% |
| 2 | Washington County, Rhode Island | 4.0% |
| 3 | Newport County, Rhode Island | 4.5% |
| 4 | Providence County, Rhode Island | 9.0% |
| 5 | Kent County, Rhode Island | 13.8% |