Tennessee
Newport is a small city in Tennessee with a population of 6,881. Residents earn $40,096 per year, which is 47% below the national average.
Based on current data, Newport receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Newport has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Newport is $40,096, 47% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.3%. The poverty rate of 22.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
The median home value in Newport is $124,300, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $780 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
With 1,040 violent crimes per 100,000 residents, public safety is a notable concern — this is significantly above the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 10,066 per 100,000, 414% above the national average.
13.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Newport enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
| English Only | 97.3% |
| 24% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 2.7% |
| 80% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $40,096 |
| 47% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $23,525 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $873 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $46,938 |
| Unemployment | 0.3% |
| 92% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 22.1% |
| 78% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 594 |
| County GDP | $1,210M |
| Restaurants | 64 |
| Healthcare | 42 |
| Retail | 114 |
| Manufacturing | 28 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,856 |
| 18% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.30% |
| Commute Time | 24.9 min |
| Work from Home | 8.0% |
| Census Median | $124,300 |
| 56% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $224,053 |
| Median List Price | $334,000 |
| Median List Price | $334,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $176 |
| Homes Sold | 5 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 100.7% |
| Price Drops | 23.8% |
| Inventory | 21 |
| Census Median Rent | $780 |
| 33% below US avg |
| Studio | $882 |
| 1 Bedroom | $924 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,118 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,445 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,644 |
| Owner-Occupied | 48.6% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,856 |
| 18% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.30% |
| Obesity | 41.4% |
| 29% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 14.2% |
| Heart Disease | 7.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 39.6% |
| Asthma | 12.2% |
| COPD | 11.9% |
| Stroke | 4.2% |
| Binge Drinking | 14.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 33.2% |
| Depression | 33.9% |
| Mental Distress | 24.5% |
| Physical Distress | 18.8% |
| Insurance Rate | 93.4% |
| Checkup Rate | 74.9% |
| Premature Death | 18,377/100K |
| Food Environment | 6.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 68.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 42 |
| Total Violent | 1,039.9/100K |
| 174% above US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 43.3/100K |
| Robbery | 130.0/100K |
| Assault | 866.6/100K |
| Total Property | 10,066.4/100K |
| 414% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 1,039.9/100K |
| Theft | 8,636.6/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 390.0/100K |
| Arson | 14.4/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 7 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 58.7°F |
| 9% above US avg | |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 78°F (25°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 46.7 inches |
| 23% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 3.3 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,167 ft (356 m) |
| Area | 5.5 sq mi (14.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,244/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.9616°N, 83.1976°W |
| County FIPS | 47029 |
Winner: Republican by 68.3 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 13.1% |
| 61% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 83.9% |
| School Test Score | 5.08 |
| RUCC Code 6 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent |
| Population Density | 1,244/sq mi |
| Total Area | 5.5 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 2 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 3 |
| Public Libraries | 4 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 42 |
| Restaurants | 64 |
| Retail Stores | 114 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 7 |
| Avg Commute | 24.9 min |
| Work from Home | 8.0% |