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Newport, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Newport is a small town in New York with a population of 481. Residents earn $82,955 per year, which is 10% above the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
481 Population 908/sq mi density
$82,955 Median Income $44,551 per capita
$137,900 Home Value
$728 Median Rent 19.8% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 259 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$82,955 median income, 5.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$137,900 home value, $728/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
15.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $82,955
10% higher than US avg
Home Value $137,900
51% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.8%
53% lower than US avg
Median Rent $728
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.2%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.3%
47% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.2%
50% lower than US avg

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

People

Population481
Median Age46.0 yrs
Density908/mi²
Male / Female51% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans16.1%

Economy

A
Median Income$82,955
Per Capita$44,551
Unemployment5.3%
Poverty6.2%
County GDP$14,680M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$137,900
Rent$728
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units265
Rent Burden19.8%

Health

Obesity36.2%
Uninsured5.8%
Smoking14.8%
Depression22.6%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI36 (Good)
Rain51.4 in/yr
Sunny Days259/yr
Elevation647 ft (197 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.8%
High School+95.3%
Graduate+10.4%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 39%
Commute33 min
Broadband89.9%
Libraries21

Is Newport a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Newport receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. 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 $82,955, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.3% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 6.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Newport is $137,900, 51% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $728 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

15.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Newport has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 259 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 51.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Newport has a population of 481 with a density of 908 people per square mile. The median age is 46.0 years, 18% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.6%), with 5% Hispanic.

Population

481
Total Population
908
People / sq mi
46.0yrs
Median Age
18% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.5%
Female 49.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Newport vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Newport vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Newport is $82,955, which is 10% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Newport vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$82,955
10% above US avg
Per Capita Income$44,551
Avg Weekly Wage$1,175
IRS Avg AGI$66,498

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.3%
47% above US avg
Poverty Rate6.2%
50% below US avg
Establishments (County)5,356
County GDP$14,680M

Business (County)

Restaurants596
Healthcare590
Retail761
Manufacturing216

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,401
111% above US avg
Cost of Living107.90 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.37%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.0 min
Drive Alone75.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Newport is $137,900, 51% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $728 (37% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$137,900
51% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$728
37% below US avg
Rent Burden19.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,215
1 Bedroom$1,315
2 Bedrooms$1,579
3 Bedrooms$1,976
4 Bedrooms$2,193

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied64.4%
Housing Units265
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,401
111% above US avg
Effective Rate5.37%
In Newport, 36.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 5.8% of residents lack health insurance. 14.8% are current smokers. 22.6% report depression. 25.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.2%
13% above US avg
Diabetes8.2%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure29.1%
Asthma11.5%
COPD6.5%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.8%
6% above US avg
Binge Drinking21.1%
Physical Inactivity25.4%
Depression22.6%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress13.2%
Short Sleep36.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.6%
Uninsured5.8%
33% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.4%
Dental Visits61.7%
Premature Death8,898/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access85.2%
Healthcare Facilities590
Newport has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.4 inches. The area enjoys 259 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average45.4°F
16% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days259 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.4 inches
35% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation647 ft (197 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.4 km²)
Population Density908/sq mi
Coordinates43.1868°N, 75.0160°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS36065
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 15.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 21.3-point margin. 89.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.6%
D 39.4%

Winner: Republican by 21.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.8%
53% below US avg
High School+95.3%
Graduate Degree+10.4%
School Test Score5.39
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density908/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.9%
Public Libraries21
Healthcare Facilities590
Restaurants596
Retail Stores761

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)22

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.0 min
Drive Alone75.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.3%

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