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Newport, TN
Full City Profile · Tennessee · Cocke County County
Newport, TN
At a Glance
How Newport Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Newport's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Newport a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Newport residents earn a median household income of $40,096 , which is 47% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $23,525. The unemployment rate stands at 0.3% (92% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 22.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 594 business establishments, including 64 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Newport is $124,300 , 56% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $224,053. Median rent is $780/month, with 28.5% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 91.9 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1974.
Safety & Crime
Newport reports 973 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 156% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 8,739/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
13.1% of adults in Newport hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% below the national average). 83.9% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.3/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Newport has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. The area gets 310 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 46.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.