Portsmouth, Rhode Island

Portsmouth is a town located in Newport County, Rhode Island. As of the 2000 census, the town had a total population of 17,149.

Geography

According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 153.6 km² (59.3 mi²). 60.1 km² (23.2 mi²) of it is land and 93.5 km² (36.1 mi²) of it is water. The total area is 60.86% water. Most of its land area lies on Aquidneck Island, which it shares with Middletown and Newport. In addition, Portsmouth encompasses some smaller islands, including Prudence Island and Patience Island.

Related Topics:
United States Census Bureau - Km² - Mi² - Aquidneck Island - Middletown - Newport - Prudence Island - Patience Island

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