North Carolina
Newport is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 4,428. Residents earn $76,091 per year, which is 1% above the national average.
Based on current data, Newport receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Newport offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Newport is $76,091, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.1%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 2.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
The median home value in Newport is $245,300, 13% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $784 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Violent crime in Newport is below the national average at 208 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,647 per 100,000, 35% above the national average.
21.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.
Newport enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 60.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
| English Only | 92.8% |
| 18% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 7.2% |
| 46% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $76,091 |
| 1% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $38,807 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $879 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $87,892 |
| Unemployment | 4.1% |
| 14% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 2.3% |
| 81% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 2,721 |
| County GDP | $3,739M |
| Restaurants | 264 |
| Healthcare | 197 |
| Retail | 365 |
| Manufacturing | 56 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,947 |
| 13% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.61% |
| Commute Time | 21.4 min |
| Work from Home | 11.5% |
| Census Median | $245,300 |
| 13% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $337,854 |
| Median List Price | $397,312 |
| Median List Price | $397,312 |
| $/Sq Ft | $206 |
| Homes Sold | 3 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 100.0% |
| Price Drops | 40.0% |
| Inventory | 10 |
| Census Median Rent | $784 |
| 33% below US avg | |
| Zillow Rent (ZORI) | $1,672 |
| Studio | $932 |
| 1 Bedroom | $981 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,161 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,499 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,780 |
| Owner-Occupied | 61.5% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,947 |
| 13% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.61% |
| Obesity | 34.8% |
| 8% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 9.5% |
| Heart Disease | 5.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.7% |
| Asthma | 10.9% |
| COPD | 6.3% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
| Binge Drinking | 17.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 21.6% |
| Depression | 25.9% |
| Mental Distress | 18.0% |
| Physical Distress | 12.2% |
| Insurance Rate | 89.3% |
| Checkup Rate | 77.3% |
| Premature Death | 10,599/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 84.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 197 |
| Total Violent | 208.4/100K |
| 45% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 62.5/100K |
| Assault | 145.9/100K |
| Total Property | 2,646.9/100K |
| 35% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 562.7/100K |
| Theft | 1,980.0/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 104.2/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 12 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 62.0°F |
| 15% above US avg | |
| January Average | 44°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 60.6 inches |
| 60% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 26 ft (8 m) |
| Area | 7.9 sq mi (20.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 563/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 34.7707°N, 76.8791°W |
| County FIPS | 37031 |
Winner: Republican by 43.1 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 21.5% |
| 36% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 92.5% |
| School Test Score | 5.46 |
| RUCC Code 4 | Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent |
| Population Density | 563/sq mi |
| Total Area | 7.9 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 1 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 2 |
| Public Libraries | 5 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 197 |
| Restaurants | 264 |
| Retail Stores | 365 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 12 |
| Avg Commute | 21.4 min |
| Work from Home | 11.5% |