CITY · RI

What county is Providence, RI in?

Providence, RI is mostly in Providence County. County FIPS code 44007, population 660,615 (2023 estimate).

County details

City: Providence, Rhode Island
Primary county: Providence County
FIPS code: 44007
County population: 660,615

Some cities extend into more than one county. Providence is placed in the county that contains its center. For a specific address, use the address lookup.

Questions

What county is Providence in?

Providence, RI is mostly in Providence County.

What is the county seat of Providence County?

County seats are not part of the data on this site. Check the county’s official website.

Can a city be in two counties?

Yes. Large cities such as Houston and Atlanta cross county lines. The address lookup shows the exact county for any street address.

Sources: U.S. Census Bureau geographic reference files; FCC Area API; Census Bureau Population Estimates, Vintage 2023. Last reviewed 2026-10-27.