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Newport, NJ

New Jersey · Metropolitan Area

Newport is a small town in New Jersey with a population of 551. Residents earn $64,327 per year, which is 14% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
551 Population 259/sq mi density
$64,327 Median Income $32,114 per capita
$197,500 Home Value $228,719 Zillow
$1,594 Median Rent 29.3% income on rent
54°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$64,327 median income, 4.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$197,500 home value, $1,594/mo rent
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $64,327
14% lower than US avg
Home Value $197,500
30% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.4%
63% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,594
37% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.6%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.0%
11% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.3%
57% lower than US avg

How Newport Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population551
Median Age60.8 yrs
Density259/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans6.9%

Economy

A
Median Income$64,327
Per Capita$32,114
Unemployment4.0%
Poverty5.3%
County GDP$8,514M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$197,500
Rent$1,594
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$228,719
Housing Units286
Rent Burden29.3%

Health

Obesity35.6%
Uninsured10.8%
Smoking16.4%
Depression20.0%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain43.4 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation7 ft (2 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.4%
High School+79.9%
Graduate+5.9%
School Score6.24

Community

2024 VoteR 51% / D 48%
Commute26 min
Broadband83.2%
Libraries4

Is Newport a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Newport receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Newport offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Newport is $64,327, 14% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.0%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Newport is $197,500, 30% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,594 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

12.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Newport experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Newport has a population of 551 with a density of 259 people per square mile. The median age is 60.8 years, 56% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.4%), with 1.1% Black.

Population

551
Total Population
259
People / sq mi
60.8yrs
Median Age
56% above US avg
2.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.3%
Female 53.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Newport vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.8%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.2%
91% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Newport vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Newport is $64,327, which is 14% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Newport vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$64,327
14% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,114
Avg Weekly Wage$1,110
IRS Avg AGI$59,037

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.0%
11% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.3%
57% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,763
County GDP$8,514M

Business (County)

Restaurants243
Healthcare408
Retail478
Manufacturing152

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,658
90% above US avg
Cost of Living108.80 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.37%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.5 min
Drive Alone96.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Newport is $197,500, 30% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,594 (37% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $228,719.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$197,500
30% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$228,719

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,594
37% above US avg
Rent Burden29.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,599
1 Bedroom$1,759
2 Bedrooms$2,132
3 Bedrooms$2,658
4 Bedrooms$3,005

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied88.0%
Housing Units286
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,658
90% above US avg
Effective Rate3.37%
In Newport, 35.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.8% of residents lack health insurance. 16.4% are current smokers. 20.0% report depression. 25.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Newport vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.6%
11% above US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure31.7%
Asthma10.4%
COPD6.4%
Cancer7.2%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.4%
17% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.9%
Physical Inactivity25.6%
Depression20.0%
Mental Distress19.8%
Physical Distress13.9%
Short Sleep39.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.8%
Uninsured10.8%
26% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,560
Dentists1:1,560
Mental Health1:739
Checkup Rate74.6%
Dental Visits62.0%
Premature Death10,760/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access88.9%
Healthcare Facilities408
Newport has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.4 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average54.2°F
0% below US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.4 inches
14% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation7 ft (2 m)
Area2.1 sq mi (5.5 km²)
Population Density259/sq mi
Coordinates39.2915°N, 75.1698°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS34011
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 12.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (63% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 3.8-point margin. 83.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 51.3%
D 47.6%

Winner: Republican by 3.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.4%
63% below US avg
High School+79.9%
Graduate Degree+5.9%
School Test Score6.24
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density259/sq mi
Total Area2.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.2%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities408
Restaurants243
Retail Stores478

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.5 min
Drive Alone96.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.5%

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