Median Age
47 Years
Largest Age Group
60-69 Years
Approximately 15% of Residents
Under 20
20%
Over 65
25%
North Smithfield
North Smithfield, RI Area Guide
Avg Rent
$2,091
Population
12,851
Renter Mix
26% Rent
Delight in natural beauty and small-town tranquility near Providence
Suburban
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Family-Friendly
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Scenic
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Peaceful
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Close-Knit
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Historic
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Located about 15 miles northwest of Providence, North Smithfield is a tranquil community just south of the Rhode Island-Massachusetts state line. North Smithfield offers residents a peaceful atmosphere anchored by the pervasive natural beauty that defines the environment.
North Smithfield’s lush locale lends plenty of recreational opportunities to the community as well. There are numerous reservoirs and nature preserves to explore in North Smithfield. The town also boasts easy access to the picturesque Blackstone Gorge, a popular destination for hiking.
North Smithfield is known for its excellent schools as well as its small-town sense of community. The town sits within easy driving distance of Providence and Boston, making it a top choice for many commuters and families.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$91,144
Average: $109,582
Education
3,318
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
6,936
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
North Smithfield has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
26%
Non-Renters
74%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
21%
Other Education
79%
Rent Trends
As of May 2026, the average apartment rent in North Smithfield, RI is $1,925 for a studio, $2,091 for one bedroom, $2,379 for two bedrooms, and $2,119 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in North Smithfield has increased by 2.8% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$2,091/month
789 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly North Smithfield, RI is for everyday living.
Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
20
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Bikeability
30
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades PK-5
603 Students
North Smithfield Middle School
Public
Grades K-8
509 Students
Public
Grades 4-5
281 Students
North Smithfield Middle School
Public
Grades K-8
509 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
540 Students
School data provided by
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The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Fort Nature Refuge
- Blackstone River Valley National Heritage Corridor
- World War II Memorial State Park
- Blackstone River Bikeway
- Powder Mill Ledges Wildlife Refuge
Airports
- Rhode Island Tf Green International
- Worcester Regional
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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 February 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.