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Counties in Rhode Island
Rhode Island has 5 counties and county equivalents. The most populous is Providence County with 660,615 people (Census 2023 estimate).
| County | Type | FIPS | Population (2023) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bristol County | county | 44001 | 50,255 |
| Kent County | county | 44003 | 171,278 |
| Newport County | county | 44005 | 83,832 |
| Providence County | county | 44007 | 660,615 |
| Washington County | county | 44009 | 129,982 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau geographic reference files; Census Bureau Population Estimates, Vintage 2023. Last reviewed 2026-10-27. Looking for yours? Find your county.