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How Big is Rhode Island? Understanding the Size and Geography of the Smallest State in the US.

Introduction to Rhode Island’s Size and Geography Rhode Island is the smallest state in the United States, located in the New England region of the country. It covers an area of just 1,214 square miles (3,144 square kilometers), making it approximately 48 times smaller than the largest state, Alaska. Despite its small size, Rhode Island is densely populated, with a…