Newport, AR
Full City Profile · Arkansas · Jackson County County
Newport, AR
At a Glance
How Newport Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Newport's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Newport a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Newport residents earn a median household income of $32,693 , which is 56% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $17,097. The unemployment rate stands at 12.5% (247% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 29.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 418 business establishments, including 23 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Newport is $132,200 , 53% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $93,342. Median rent is $605/month, with 29.3% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 86.9 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1971.
Safety & Crime
Newport reports 530 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 39% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,269/100K.
Education
10.2% of adults in Newport hold a bachelor's degree or higher (70% below the national average). 81.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Newport has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.2 inches.