Warwick

Warwick Geography FAQ

Warwick is a city in the state of Rhode Island, United States. It is positioned at latitude 41.7001° N and longitude ‑71.41617° W.

What is Warwick’s elevation above sea level?

The city stands 11 meters above sea level, reflecting its low‑lying coastal setting.

Which time zone does Warwick observe?

Warwick follows the America/New_York time zone, shifting between Eastern Standard Time and Eastern Daylight Time as appropriate.

What languages are commonly spoken in Warwick?

Residents commonly use English (en‑US) and Spanish (es‑US); Hawaiian (haw) and French (fr) are also recognized.

What currency is used for transactions?

All monetary transactions are conducted in United States dollars (USD).

How many people live in Warwick?

According to the latest data, the population totals 81,699 inhabitants.

Geographic Detail	Value
Latitude	41.7001° N
Longitude	‑71.41617° W
Elevation	11 m
Timezone	America/New_York
Population	81,699

For additional reference, see the Warwick entry on Wikipedia.

Warwick is a city in the state of Rhode Island, United States.

It lies at latitude 41.7001 N and longitude ‑71.41617 W, placing it in the northeastern part of the country.

Warwick occupies a low‑lying position near sea level

The city’s elevation is recorded at 11 meters above sea level, indicating a relatively flat terrain that is typical of coastal New England locales. This modest altitude contributes to a climate moderated by the nearby Atlantic influences, while also rendering the area susceptible to tidal and storm‑related water fluctuations.

Timekeeping and administrative context

Warwick observes the America/New_York time zone, aligning its clocks with the broader Eastern Seaboard of the United States. Although it is a substantial municipality, Warwick is not the state capital, a status that belongs to Providence within Rhode Island.

Population and civic scale

According to the most recent data, Warwick is home to 81,699 residents. This population size classifies the city as a mid‑sized urban center within the state, supporting a range of residential neighborhoods, commercial districts, and public services.

Economic and cultural identifiers

The official currency used throughout Warwick is the United States dollar (USD). Linguistically, the city reflects the multilingual character of the region, with English (en‑US) as the dominant language, alongside notable usage of Spanish (es‑US), Hawaiian (haw), and French (fr) among certain communities.

Geographic relationships

Warwick’s coordinates place it within the broader geographic framework of the New England region, situating it west of the Atlantic Ocean and east of the interior of Rhode Island. Its location on the map contributes to regional connectivity, linking it to neighboring municipalities and serving as a node in the state’s transportation network.