Newport, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Newport is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 1,587. Residents earn $60,644 per year, which is 19% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
1,587 Population 5,290/sq mi density
$60,644 Median Income $32,315 per capita
$147,300 Home Value $252,063 Zillow
$874 Median Rent 27.5% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$60,644 median income, 2.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$147,300 home value, $874/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $60,644
19% lower than US avg
Home Value $147,300
48% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.5%
39% lower than US avg
Median Rent $874
25% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.3%
36% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.1%
27% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,587
Median Age35.6 yrs
Density5,290/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 85%
Veterans8.9%

Economy

A
Median Income$60,644
Per Capita$32,315
Unemployment2.3%
Poverty9.1%
County GDP$1,362M
Commute35 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$147,300
Rent$874
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$252,063
Rent Burden27.5%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain48.0 in/yr
Elevation399 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.5%
High School+94.2%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 25%
Commute35 min
Broadband87.4%
Libraries4

Is Newport a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Newport receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. 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 $60,644, 19% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. 9.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Newport is $147,300, 48% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $874 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

20.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Newport experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.0 inches, including 27.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Newport has a population of 1,587 with a density of 5,290 people per square mile. The median age is 35.6 years, 8% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.9%), with 1.3% Hispanic, 5.5% Black.

Population

1,587
Total Population
5,290
People / sq mi
35.6yrs
Median Age
8% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.3%
Female 51.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Newport vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.7%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.3%
75% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Newport vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Newport is $60,644, which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Newport vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,644
19% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,315
Avg Weekly Wage$821
IRS Avg AGI$66,071

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.1%
27% below US avg
Establishments (County)896
County GDP$1,362M

Business (County)

Restaurants72
Healthcare74
Retail126
Manufacturing42

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,484
28% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.04%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.1 min
Drive Alone71.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Newport is $147,300, 48% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $874 (25% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $252,063.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$147,300
48% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$252,063

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$108
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio100.1%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$874
25% below US avg
Rent Burden27.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$900
1 Bedroom$996
2 Bedrooms$1,225
3 Bedrooms$1,570
4 Bedrooms$1,744

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied43.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,484
28% above US avg
Effective Rate3.04%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.5%
Premature Death8,792/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access54.3%
Healthcare Facilities74

Crime Rates: Newport vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Newport has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.9°F
4% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.0 inches
26% above US avg
Snowfall27.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation399 ft (122 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density5,290/sq mi
Coordinates40.4790°N, 77.1339°W
County FIPS42099
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 20.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (39% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 49.3-point margin. 87.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.1%
D 24.8%

Winner: Republican by 49.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.5%
39% below US avg
High School+94.2%
School Test Score5.95
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density5,290/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.4%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities74
Restaurants72
Retail Stores126

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.1 min
Drive Alone71.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.8%

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