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East Greenwich, RI Area Guide

Avg Rent

$1,538

Population

15,132

Renter Mix

20% Rent

Bask in historic charm alongside Narragansett Bay

Upscale Suburban Picturesque

Nestled alongside the western shores of Narragansett Bay, East Greenwich is an upscale community touting a friendly atmosphere and heaps of historic charm. East Greenwich is highly regarded for its top-notch schools, which are among the highest-rated schools in all of Rhode Island.

Established in 1677, East Greenwich offers plenty of historic delights, from the architectural gem that houses the Town Hall to the many well-preserved buildings that line the vibrant Main Street. East Greenwich is also home to Greenwich Cove, where marinas, boat launches, and exceptional waterfront restaurants abound. Residents enjoy all kinds of outdoor recreation at neighboring Goddard Memorial State Park and Big River Management Area. Quick access to I-95 connects East Greenwich to Warwick, Providence, and beyond.

Demographics

Median Household Income

$138,737

Average: $165,858

Education

6,941

Residents Have a Degree

Job Market

8,396

Workers Employed

Age Distribution
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Median Age

43 Years

Largest Age Group

15-24 Years

Approximately 15% of Residents

Under 20

24%

Over 65

20%

Housing Distribution

East Greenwich has more homeowners than renters.

Renters
20%
Non-Renters
80%

Education Distribution

Review this city's overall education levels.

Bachelor's or Higher
42%
Other Education
58%

Rent Trends

As of July 2026, the average apartment rent in East Greenwich, RI is $1,538 for one bedroom, and $1,858 for two bedrooms. Apartment rent in East Greenwich has increased by 0.0% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,538/month
701 Sq Ft
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Learn More About East Greenwich

Getting Around

Somewhat Walkable

Walkability

30 / 100

Exceptionally Drivable

Drivability

100 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Bikeability

30 / 100

Schools

James H. Eldredge School

Public

Grades K-5

311 Students

George Hanaford School

Public

Grades K-5

278 Students

Meadowbrook Farms School

Public

Grades PK-5

298 Students

Frenchtown School

Public

Grades K-5

280 Students

Archie R. Cole Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

606 Students

East Greenwich High School

Public

Grades 9-12

754 Students

East Greenwich High

Public

Grades 9-12

754 Students

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Davis Memorial Wildlife Refuge
  • Goddard Memorial State Park
  • Margaret Jacoby Observatory
  • Fisherville Brook Wildlife Refuge
  • John H. Chafee Nature Preserve - Rome Point

Airports

  • Rhode Island Tf Green International

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in June 2026.

Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.