Living in Newport, RI
Newport SnackAbility
8.5
Overall SnackAbility
Overall SnackAbility
Jobs
8/10
Housing
9
Affordability
4
Diversity
8
Safety
5
Amenities
9
Education
8.5
Commute
9
Newport, RI Crime Report
685
Total Crimes
Total Crimes
2,755.1
Total Crimes / 100k People
Total Crimes / 100k People
7.27%
Above National Average
Above National Average
Newport, RI Cost Of Living
133
Newport's Overall Cost Of Living
Newport's Overall Cost Of Living
1.3x
Higher Than The National Average
Higher Than The National Average
Newport, Rhode Island Info Snack
Newport is a seaside city on Aquidneck Island in Newport County, Rhode Island, United States. The City of Newport is located approximately 37 miles (60 km) southeast of Providence, 21 miles (34 km) south of Fall River, and 74 miles (119 km) south of Boston. It is known as a New England summer resort and is famous for its mansions. It is also the home of Salve Regina University and Naval Station Newport, which houses the United States Naval War College, the Naval Undersea Warfare Center, and a major United States Navy training center. It was a major 18th-century port city and also contains a high number of surviving buildings from the colonial era of the United States.
Population
24,762
Unemployment
4.7%
Poverty
14.4%
Median Home
$425,400
Median Income
$65,431
Median Rent
$1,200
Newport, RI Photos
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Rankings for Newport in Rhode Island
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Map Of Newport, RI
Population over time in Newport
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 24,762 | 0.1% |
| 2016 | 24,745 | 0.7% |
| 2015 | 24,570 | 0.5% |
| 2014 | 24,459 | -0.6% |
| 2013 | 24,599 | 1.1% |
| 2012 | 24,340 | -0.1% |
| 2011 | 24,376 | -0.9% |
| 2010 | 24,597 | -1.4% |
| 2009 | 24,957 | - |
| Crime/100k | Newport | RI | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Violent Crime | 341.9 | 219.1 | 368.9 |
| Murder | 0.0 | 1.5 | 5.0 |
| Robbery | 28.2 | 42.9 | 86.2 |
| Aggravated Assault | 225.2 | 129.2 | 246.8 |
| Property Crime | 2413.2 | 1660.9 | 2199.5 |
| Burglary | 317.7 | 265.8 | 376.0 |
| Larceny | 1990.9 | 1250.3 | 1594.6 |
| Car Theft | 104.6 | 144.8 | 228.9 |
Race / Ethnicity in Newport
| Race | Newport | RI | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 77.2% | 72.7% | 61.1% |
| African American | 5.5% | 5.6% | 12.3% |
| American Indian | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.7% |
| Asian | 2.0% | 3.3% | 5.4% |
| Hawaiian | 0.0% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.2% | 0.7% | 0.2% |
| Two Or More | 4.3% | 2.3% | 2.4% |
| Hispanic | 10.1% | 15.0% | 17.8% |
Household Income For Newport, Rhode Island
| Income | Newport | RI | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 7.4% | 6.8% | 6.3% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 7.0% | 5.3% | 4.6% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 8.5% | 9.0% | 9.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 9.0% | 8.3% | 9.3% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 7.4% | 11.4% | 12.6% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 14.9% | 16.5% | 17.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 11.9% | 12.6% | 12.5% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 18.2% | 16.4% | 14.6% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 8.5% | 7.1% | 6.3% |
| $200,000 or more | 7.2% | 6.7% | 7.0% |
Gender in Newport
| Gender | Newport | RI | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.8% | 51.4% | 50.8% |
| Male | 49.2% | 48.6% | 49.2% |
Highest level of educational attainment in Newport for adults over 25
| Education | Newport | RI | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 4.0% | 5.0% | 6.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 3.0% | 7.0% | 7.0% |
| High School / GED | 18.0% | 28.0% | 27.0% |
| Some College | 16.0% | 18.0% | 21.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 5.0% | 8.0% | 8.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 34.0% | 20.0% | 19.0% |
| Master's Degree | 14.0% | 10.0% | 9.0% |
| Professional Degree | 3.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 3.0% | 2.0% | 1.0% |
2 Reviews & Comments About Newport
Overall User Rating
4.5
/5
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I've been going to Newport, RI since I was a newborn and several times each year. It's the perfect town to me. It's absolutely beautiful, I love the beach and the fact I could walk right downtown from my Grandmothers. They have a strip of mansions along the beach that are beautiful as well.
My favorite places were the beach, downtown and driving down Ocean Drive to see the mansions.
Newport is one of my favorite places to vacation. Right on the water, its location is a wonderful combination of shops, restaurants, with the marina right there is a picturesque sight.
The people of Newport and nearby towns are very friendly and down to earth. Their relaxed attitude about life and slower pace is a nice change from the hustle and bustle of big city living.
