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Veterans in Rhode Island
Civilian veterans ages 18 and older, ACS 2020-2024
- Veterans
- 45,406
- 5.1% of adults. U.S. 6.2%
- Women veterans
- 3,681
- 8.1% of veterans
- Age 65 and older
- 25,684
- 57% of veterans
Veterans by age
ACS 2020-2024
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| Age | Veterans | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 18 to 34 | 3,537 | 7.8% |
| 35 to 54 | 8,242 | 18.2% |
| 55 to 64 | 7,943 | 17.5% |
| 65 to 74 | 10,436 | 23.0% |
| 75 and older | 15,248 | 33.6% |
Veterans by county
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| County | Veterans | Share of adults | Women |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bristol County | 2,181 | 5.3% | 148 |
| Kent County | 9,480 | 6.8% | 849 |
| Newport County | 5,768 | 8.4% | 470 |
| Providence County | 21,324 | 4.0% | 1,728 |
| Washington County | 6,653 | 6.1% | 486 |
Frequently asked questions
- How many veterans live in Rhode Island?
- The American Community Survey estimates 45,406 civilian veterans in Rhode Island (2020-2024), or 5.1% of residents 18 and older.
- Which Rhode Island counties have the most veterans?
- Providence County (21,324), Kent County (9,480), Washington County (6,653) have the most veterans.
- Where do veteran population numbers come from?
- They are American Community Survey 5-year estimates of civilian veterans ages 18 and older, from Census table B21001. Estimates have margins of error, especially in small counties.
- Where can veterans find VA services?
- VA medical centers, outpatient clinics and Vet Centers are listed in VA's facility directory, and the Veterans Crisis Line is available by dialing 988 and pressing 1.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates, table B21001