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Where is East Providence Located? - East Providence is a city located in the Providence County of Rhode Island, United States. East Providence lies between 40.7989473 Degrees North latitudes and 81.378447 Degrees West longitudes.
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Where is East Providence Located?
East Providence is a city located in the Providence County of Rhode Island, United States. East Providence lies between 40.7989473 Degrees North latitudes and 81.378447 Degrees West longitudes. According to 2020 U.S.census, the population of East Providence city is 47139 people and the city has a total area of 13.29 sq mi. The city has numerous parks and recreational facilities.
East Providence, Rhode Island Climate and Weather Overview
Month
Avg High (°F)
Avg Low (°F)
Avg Rainfall (in)
January
39
23
3.9
April
59
40
4.2
July
83
65
3.5
October
65
47
4.1
Annual
62
44
48.0
Climate Attribute
Details
Climate Classification (Köppen)
Humid Continental (Dfa)
Annual Rainfall
Approximately 48 inches
Annual Sunshine Days
About 201 days
Hurricane/Tornado Risk
Moderate hurricane risk; very low tornado risk
Snowfall
Approximately 35 inches annually
Driving Distances from East Providence, Rhode Island
City
State
Distance (mi)
Approx. Drive Time
Providence
Rhode Island
3
10 min
Seekonk
Massachusetts
4
10 min
Pawtucket
Rhode Island
6
15 min
Barrington
Rhode Island
7
15 min
Cranston
Rhode Island
8
18 min
Warren
Rhode Island
10
20 min
Bristol
Rhode Island
13
25 min
Attleboro
Massachusetts
13
25 min
Newport
Rhode Island
31
45 min
Boston
Massachusetts
48
1 hr
Transportation and Connectivity in East Providence, Rhode Island
Transportation
Details
Airport Name
Rhode Island T. F. Green International Airport
IATA Code
PVD
Port
Port of Providence (nearby)
Major Highways
Interstate 195, U.S. Route 1A, Rhode Island Route 114, Interstate 95 (nearby)
Train/Amtrak Service
Nearest Amtrak station at Providence Station
Local Bus/Transit Service
Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA)
Interstate 195 — Main east-west freeway connecting East Providence with Providence and southeastern Massachusetts.
U.S. Route 1A — Important regional route serving East Providence, Barrington, and nearby communities.
Rhode Island Route 114 — Scenic highway connecting East Providence with Bristol and coastal Rhode Island.
Interstate 95 — Nearby interstate providing regional access to Boston, New York City, and the rest of the Northeast Corridor.
Places to Visit in East Providence, Rhode Island
Landmark Name
Type
Crescent Park
Historic Park
Crescent Park Looff Carousel
Historic Carousel
Haines Memorial State Park
State Park
Pomham Rocks Lighthouse
Historic Lighthouse
Bold Point Park
Waterfront Park
East Bay Bike Path
Multi-use Trail
Providence Children's Museum
Museum
Roger Williams Park Zoo
Zoo
India Point Park
Urban Park
Providence Riverwalk
Riverwalk
Colleges and Universities in East Providence, Rhode Island
Institution Name
Type
Level
Notable For
Brown University
Private
University
Ivy League research
Rhode Island College
Public
University
Teacher education
Johnson & Wales University
Private
University
Culinary and hospitality
Providence College
Private
University
Liberal arts education
Community College of Rhode Island
Public
Community College
Career and transfer programs
Rhode Island School of Design
Private
University
Art and design
New England Institute of Technology
Private
University
Technical education
East Providence School District
Public
K–12 District
Public education
Waterbodies in East Providence, Rhode Island
Providence River, Seekonk River, Narragansett Bay, Ten Mile River, Runnins River, Omega Pond, Turner Reservoir, Watchemoket Cove
Golf Courses in East Providence, Rhode Island
Agawam Hunt, Metacomet Golf Club, Triggs Memorial Golf Course, Ledgemont Country Club, Wannamoisett Country Club, Louisquisset Golf Club, Pawtucket Country Club, Swansea Country Club
East Providence, Rhode Island — Key Historical Facts
East Providence traces its history to the 17th century when settlers established farming communities along the eastern side of the Seekonk River.
The city was originally part of Massachusetts before becoming part of Rhode Island following a colonial boundary adjustment in 1862.
Shipbuilding, manufacturing, and waterfront commerce played important roles in the area's economic growth during the 19th century.
Crescent Park became one of New England's most popular amusement destinations in the late 1800s and is now home to the National Historic Landmark Looff Carousel.
The completion of Interstate 195 strengthened East Providence's connections with Providence and southeastern Massachusetts, encouraging residential and commercial development.
Today, East Providence is known for its scenic waterfront, historic neighborhoods, recreational parks, and convenient location within the Providence metropolitan area.
