The City of Pawtucket, Rhode Island, has a population of 71,842. Residents of Pawtucket are a mix of the young and old. The average age of the city's residents is 41.6 years, with a large minority of people being younger than 18. The area has a large African American and Hispanic population.
The average annual household income in Pawtucket is $68,336. Residents between the ages of 25 and 44 earn an average of $32,391. Senior citizens over 65 earn an average of $36,879 per month. The cost of living in Pawtucket is higher than the national average. The cost of utilities and food in the city are about 16% higher. The average rent in Pawtucket is $1,288 per month.
Pawtucket City has a diverse economy. Its industrial base includes approximately 300 manufacturing companies. The area's primary industries include metals, textiles, and non-woven materials. It also houses one of the world's largest toy manufacturers, Hasbro.
The city's ethnicity is diverse. Its percentage of foreign-born and Black-American residents is significantly higher than the state average. It is also home to 22 pilots and 27 other airmen. It is a place for families and young professionals.
The city also hosts a large number of historic sites. Slater Mill, the birthplace of industry in America, is located in Pawtucket, as is the Sylvanus Brown House, a 17th century machine shop. Another historical site is the Village Green of Slaterville, one of the nation's oldest mill villages. It includes several homes from the Colonial era.