Rhode Island Counties by Population (2025)
by Kristen Carney 
Updated: August 7, 2025
The most populous counties in Rhode Island are Providence County with 675,912, Kent County at 172,450, Washington County with 130,333, Newport County at 83,468, and Bristol County with 50,145. You can get the most current Census population data for all 5 Rhode Island counties, sorted from the most populous counties in Rhode Island to the least, according to the 2024 Population Estimates Program.
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| Rank | County | Population |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Providence County | 675,912 |
| 2 | Kent County | 172,450 |
| 3 | Washington County | 130,333 |
| 4 | Newport County | 83,468 |
| 5 | Bristol County | 50,145 |
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United States Census Bureau. Annual Estimates of the Resident Population: April 1, 2020 to July 1, 2024. Population Division. May 2025. |
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