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Hailey Castillo

Best hidden gems in Newport News

We have two kids and There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. What do you all think? Thanks!

3 replies 2 upvotes best-worst
Beverly B.

Anyone regret moving to Newport News?

Anyone else feel this way? The unemployment rate is 3.6%, which is pretty low. With a population of 185K, Newport News is a mid-size city. Property taxes are high but you get good services. The food scene here is surprisingly good. The weather takes some getting used to. It's a very car-dependent ci...

14 replies 40 upvotes moving
Chloe

Things Newport News needs to improve

Anyone else feel this way? Median household income is $66,718, which feels about average for the area.

0 replies 60 upvotes best-worst
autumn_runner

Is Newport News a good place to live?

Anyone else feel this way? I'm retired and Crime rate is something to consider — Newport News sits at 595.5 per 100K. Poverty rate is 11.6%, which is around average. Rent is about $1,285/month for a decent place. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. The food scene here is sur...

1 replies 14 upvotes living
Landon Torres

Grocery stores in Newport News — recommendations?

Just moved here 13 months ago and Average temperature is around 62°F, so the weather is moderate. The median home value here is around $243,300, which is actually reasonable. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. What would you do?

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Melanie

Commute times in Newport News — how bad?

Hey, My partner and I are Poverty rate is 11.6%, which is around average. It's a a mid-size city city with about 185K people. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The city has invested a lot in new development.

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Chloe

Cost of living reality check — Newport News

Alright, The unemployment rate is 3.6%, which is pretty low. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Thanks for reading.

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Madelyn W.

Newport News in the winter — how bad?

OK so Average temperature is around 62°F, so the weather is moderate. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Would love some local perspective. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. It's changing fast — some good, some not so much.

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Charles H.

Working remotely from Newport News — my experience

I've been working remotely from Newport News for 14 years now. Here's my take: The pace of life here is perfect for remote work. No crazy commute stress, affordable living, and enough amenities to not feel isolated. Cost of living: pretty reasonable Internet: Fiber available in most areas — no com...

17 replies 77 upvotes jobs
Charles H.

Moving to Newport News for work — advice?

First post here. The median home value here is around $243,300, which is actually reasonable. Household incomes average around $66,718 in Newport News. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. It's changing fast — some good, some not so much. The food scene here is surprisingly good. It's a v...

7 replies 39 upvotes moving
Hailey Castillo

Thinking about relocating to Newport News from St. Louis

Hey everyone, Military spouse here. The unemployment rate is 3.6%, which is pretty low. Poverty rate is 11.6%, which is around average. Median household income is $66,718, which feels about average for the area. You can expect to pay around $1,285 for rent here. Household incomes average around $66,...

14 replies 30 upvotes moving
Nova Edwards

Newport News is underrated, change my mind

Alright, Born and raised here. The median home value here is around $243,300, which is actually reasonable. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Worth the trade-offs? The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The school sy...

7 replies 16 upvotes best-worst
Joshua C.

Relocating to Newport News, VA — pros and cons?

Random thought, I grew up here but left for a while. Homes are going for about $243,300 on average. The median home value here is around $243,300, which is actually reasonable. The suburbs are where most families end up. It's changing fast — some good, some not so much. What are your go-to spots? Pe...

1 replies 21 upvotes moving
Ashley B.

Is Newport News a good place to live?

Hey everyone, I'm a teacher here and It's a a mid-size city city with about 185K people. Average temperature is around 62°F, so the weather is moderate. Rent is about $1,285/month for a decent place. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. It's changing fast — some good, some not so much. ...

3 replies 37 upvotes living
Ariana

Best areas to explore in Newport News?

First post here. I'm a nurse at the local hospital and The median home value here is around $243,300, which is actually reasonable. Poverty rate is 11.6%, which is around average. Average temperature is around 62°F, so the weather is moderate. Homes are going for about $243,300 on average. There's a...

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Nicole C.

The good and bad of living in Newport News

First post here. I relocated for work and Poverty rate is 11.6%, which is around average. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Anyone in a similar situation? There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Night life is dec...

2 replies 57 upvotes living
dallas_nicholas

Best companies to work for in Newport News?

Longtime lurker here, I'm single, late 50s, and Homes are going for about $243,300 on average. The unemployment rate is 3.6%, which is pretty low. Average temperature is around 62°F, so the weather is moderate. It's a a mid-size city city with about 185K people. Downtown has improved a lot in recent...

4 replies 30 upvotes jobs
Grace Garcia

Best neighborhoods to rent in Newport News?

Anyone else feel this way? I'm a nurse at the local hospital and Crime rate is something to consider — Newport News sits at 595.5 per 100K. The city has invested a lot in new development. The suburbs are where most families end up. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. It's changing fast — s...

2 replies 33 upvotes housing
Nolan Ruiz

Anyone else love living in Newport News?

Hey, Military spouse here. It's a a mid-size city city with about 185K people. Poverty rate is 11.6%, which is around average. The median home value here is around $243,300, which is actually reasonable. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. It's changing fast — some good, some not so much. T...

3 replies 60 upvotes living
Cheryl R.

Pros and cons of Newport News after 4 years

I'm retired and Poverty rate is 11.6%, which is around average. Homes are going for about $243,300 on average. The weather takes some getting used to. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Is this normal for Newport News? Thanks for reading.

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chicagonative2023

Co-working spaces in Newport News?

Been meaning to ask this. Been living here since 2013. Homes are going for about $243,300 on average. Poverty rate is 11.6%, which is around average. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. What are your go-to spots? It's c...

1 replies 10 upvotes jobs
Aaliyah Gray

Moving to Newport News — what should I know?

Crime rate is something to consider — Newport News sits at 595.5 per 100K. The median home value here is around $243,300, which is actually reasonable. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Should I be concerned? Property ta...

2 replies 48 upvotes moving
Roman Adams

Moving to Newport News with kids — good idea?

I'm a remote worker and With a population of 185K, Newport News is a mid-size city. You can expect to pay around $1,285 for rent here. The weather takes some getting used to. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Am I overthinking this? Thanks!

2 replies 26 upvotes moving
Charles H.

Rent prices in Newport News getting crazy

Anyone else noticing rent going up fast in Newport News? Over the last year, I feel like prices went up at least 10-15%. I'm paying $1285 for a 2BR/2BA which feels okay for the area. Are there any neighborhoods that are still affordable? Thinking about moving to a cheaper area.

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Melanie

Best apartments in Newport News under ?

So, I'm retired and The unemployment rate is 3.6%, which is pretty low. Poverty rate is 11.6%, which is around average. It's a a mid-size city city with about 185K people. With a population of 185K, Newport News is a mid-size city. Median household income is $66,718, which feels about average for th...

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Emma L.

What's it really like living in Newport News?

We have two kids and Crime rate is something to consider — Newport News sits at 595.5 per 100K. Rent is about $1,285/month for a decent place. Household incomes average around $66,718 in Newport News. The food scene here is surprisingly good. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Cost of liv...

1 replies 0 upvotes living
Landon Morgan

Dog-friendly places in Newport News?

OK so My partner and I are Median household income is $66,718, which feels about average for the area. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. What would you do? It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse.

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ethan_mama

Most overrated things about Newport News

Anyone else feel this way? Been living here since 2016. Crime rate is something to consider — Newport News sits at 595.5 per 100K. The unemployment rate is 3.6%, which is pretty low. You can expect to pay around $1,285 for rent here. It's a a mid-size city city with about 185K people. There's a grow...

3 replies 42 upvotes best-worst
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