Newport, NH

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Newport Overview

5,228
TOTAL POPULATION
2,778
MALE POPULATION
2,450
FEMALE POPULATION
113.39
MALES / 100 FEMALES
88.19
FEMALES / 100 MALES
43.7
MEDIAN AGE
3.2
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.6
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$31,386
PER CAPITA INCOME
$67,008
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$67,500
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
36.2%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
63.8¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
0.43
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
2,732
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
57.3%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
3.9%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

Newport Zip Codes

Newport Area Codes

Race in Newport

The most populous races in Newport are White / Caucasian (5,026 | 96.1%), Hispanic or Latino (255 | 4.9%), and Two or more Races (109 | 2.1%).
Race in Newport
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American110.2%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino2554.9%
Native / Alaskan821.6%
White / Caucasian5,02696.1%
Two or more Races1092.1%
Some other Race00.0%
Total5,228100.0%

Ancestry in Newport

The most populous ancestries reported in Newport are English (852 | 16.3%), French (735 | 14.1%), American (509 | 9.7%), Irish (443 | 8.5%), and Mexican (255 | 4.9%), together accounting for 53.4% of all Newport residents.
Ancestry in Newport
Ancestry# Population% Population
American5099.7%
Austrian611.2%
Cherokee821.6%
Czech90.2%
English85216.3%
European250.5%
Finnish1052.0%
French73514.1%
French Canadian2043.9%
German2504.8%
Greek821.6%
Hungarian150.3%
Irish4438.5%
Italian2304.4%
Mexican2554.9%
Norwegian360.7%
Polish1542.9%
Portuguese310.6%
Romanian90.2%
Russian1032.0%
Scotch-Irish661.3%
Scottish1853.5%
South African240.5%
Subsaharan African240.5%
Swedish350.7%
Welsh50.1%
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Immigrants in Newport

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in Newport came from Europe (71 | 1.4%), Germany (51 | 1.0%), Western Europe (51 | 1.0%), Northern Europe (14 | 0.3%), and Eastern Europe (6 | 0.1%), together accounting for 3.7% of all Newport residents.
Immigrants in Newport
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Eastern Europe60.1%
Europe711.4%
Germany511.0%
Northern Europe140.3%
Russia60.1%
Western Europe511.0%
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Sex and Age in Newport

Sex and Age in Newport

The most populous age groups in Newport are 15 to 19 Years (393 | 14.1%) for men and 45 to 49 Years (347 | 14.2%) for women.
Sex and Age in Newport
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years93 (3.4%)90 (3.7%)
5 to 9 Years73 (2.6%)64 (2.6%)
10 to 14 Years26 (0.9%)87 (3.5%)
15 to 19 Years393 (14.1%)22 (0.9%)
20 to 24 Years388 (14.0%)139 (5.7%)
25 to 29 Years320 (11.5%)141 (5.8%)
30 to 34 Years260 (9.4%)119 (4.9%)
35 to 39 Years81 (2.9%)87 (3.5%)
40 to 44 Years36 (1.3%)250 (10.2%)
45 to 49 Years102 (3.7%)347 (14.2%)
50 to 54 Years232 (8.4%)58 (2.4%)
55 to 59 Years253 (9.1%)153 (6.2%)
60 to 64 Years159 (5.7%)315 (12.9%)
65 to 69 Years130 (4.7%)121 (4.9%)
70 to 74 Years67 (2.4%)132 (5.4%)
75 to 79 Years45 (1.6%)111 (4.5%)
80 to 84 Years0 (0.0%)43 (1.8%)
85 Years and over120 (4.3%)171 (7.0%)
Total2,778 (100.0%)2,450 (100.0%)

Families and Households in Newport

Median Family Size in Newport

The median family size in Newport is 3.19 persons per family, with single male/father families (15 | 1.5%) accounting for the largest median family size of 13.53 persons per family. On the other hand, married-couple families (769 | 77.5%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.00 persons per family.
Median Family Size in Newport
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple769 (77.5%)3.00
Single Male/Father15 (1.5%)13.53
Single Female/Mother208 (21.0%)3.15
Total Families992 (100.0%)3.19

Median Household Size in Newport

The median household size in Newport is 2.63 persons per household, with single male/father households (15 | 0.8%) accounting for the largest median household size of 14.33 persons per household. non-family households (944 | 48.8%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.65 persons per household.
Median Household Size in Newport
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple769 (39.7%)3.11
Single Male/Father15 (0.8%)14.33
Single Female/Mother208 (10.7%)4.47
Non-family944 (48.8%)1.65
Total Households1,936 (100.0%)2.63

Household Size by Marriage Status in Newport

Out of a total of 1,936 households in Newport, 992 (51.2%) are family households, while 944 (48.8%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 471, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 597.
Household Size by Marriage Status in Newport
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-597 (30.8%)
2-Person Households471 (24.3%)264 (13.6%)
3-Person Households267 (13.8%)0 (0.0%)
4-Person Households193 (10.0%)83 (4.3%)
5-Person Households36 (1.9%)0 (0.0%)
6-Person Households25 (1.3%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total992 (51.2%)944 (48.8%)

Female Fertility in Newport

Fertility by Age in Newport

Average fertility rate in Newport is 7.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 20.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 100.0% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in Newport
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0.0
20 to 34 years8 (100.0%)20.0
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0.0
Total8 (100.0%)7.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Newport

Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in Newport
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
20 to 34 years0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
35 to 50 years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)

Fertility by Education in Newport

Female Fertility by Education Attainment in Newport
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0.0
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0.0
College or Associate's Degree8 (100.0%)25.0
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0.0
Total8 (100.0%)7.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Newport

Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in Newport
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
College or Associate's Degree0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)
Bachelor's Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)8 (100.0%)

Income in Newport

Income Overview in Newport

Per Capita Income in Newport is $31,386, while median incomes of families and households are $67,008 and $67,500 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income5,228$31,386
Median Family Income992$67,008
Mean Family Income992$81,712
Median Household Income1,936$67,500
Mean Household Income1,936$75,539
Income Deficit992$0
Wage / Income Gap (%)5,22836.18%
Wage / Income Gap ($)5,22863.82¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index5,2280.43

Earnings by Sex in Newport

Average Earnings in Newport are $33,833, $36,478 for men and $23,281 for women, a difference of 36.2%.
Earnings by Sex in Newport
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male1,644 (56.3%)$36,478
Female1,275 (43.7%)$23,281
Total2,919 (100.0%)$33,833

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Newport

The most common earnings brackets in Newport are $30,000 to $34,999 for men (210 | 12.8%) and $10,000 to $12,499 for women (166 | 13.0%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in Newport
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less17 (1.0%)78 (6.1%)
$2,500 to $4,9990 (0.0%)83 (6.5%)
$5,000 to $7,49969 (4.2%)80 (6.3%)
$7,500 to $9,99983 (5.1%)14 (1.1%)
$10,000 to $12,49922 (1.3%)166 (13.0%)
$12,500 to $14,99911 (0.7%)13 (1.0%)
$15,000 to $17,4990 (0.0%)106 (8.3%)
$17,500 to $19,999158 (9.6%)95 (7.4%)
$20,000 to $22,49966 (4.0%)0 (0.0%)
$22,500 to $24,99987 (5.3%)8 (0.6%)
$25,000 to $29,99931 (1.9%)89 (7.0%)
$30,000 to $34,999210 (12.8%)51 (4.0%)
$35,000 to $39,999115 (7.0%)0 (0.0%)
$40,000 to $44,99960 (3.6%)55 (4.3%)
$45,000 to $49,999121 (7.4%)153 (12.0%)
$50,000 to $54,99956 (3.4%)14 (1.1%)
$55,000 to $64,999206 (12.5%)119 (9.3%)
$65,000 to $74,999105 (6.4%)95 (7.4%)
$75,000 to $99,99976 (4.6%)29 (2.3%)
$100,000+151 (9.2%)27 (2.1%)
Total1,644 (100.0%)1,275 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Newport

Average earnings in Newport are $46,836 for men and $28,780 for women, a difference of 38.6%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $57,162, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $40,861. Women with an educational attainment of high school diploma earn the most with the average annual earnings of $41,938, while those with college or associate's degree education have the smallest earnings of $29,500.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in Newport
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$40,861$41,938
College or Associate's Degree--
Bachelor's Degree$57,162$0
Graduate Degree--
Total$46,836$28,780

Family Income in Newport

Family Income Brackets in Newport

According to the Newport family income data, there are 174 families falling into the $75,000 to $99,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 17.5% of all families. Conversely, the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket is the least frequent group with only 25 families (2.5%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in Newport
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,000818.2%
$10,000 to $14,999252.5%
$15,000 to $24,999525.2%
$25,000 to $34,999777.8%
$35,000 to $49,99912512.6%
$50,000 to $74,99917017.1%
$75,000 to $99,99917417.5%
$100,000 to $149,99916416.5%
$150,000 to $199,999808.1%
$200,000+444.4%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in Newport

3-person families (288 | 29.0%) account for the highest median family income in Newport with $94,500 per family, while 3-person families (288 | 29.0%) have the highest median income of $31,500 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in Newport
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families533 (53.7%)$49,052
3-Person Families288 (29.0%)$94,500
4-Person Families120 (12.1%)$76,397
5-Person Families26 (2.6%)$0
6-Person Families25 (2.5%)$0
7+ Person Families0 (0.0%)$0
Total992 (100.0%)$67,008

Family Income by Number of Earners in Newport

The median family income in Newport is $67,008, with families comprising 3+ earners (120) having the highest median family income of $143,315, while families with no earners (256) have the lowest median family income of $30,317, accounting for 12.1% and 25.8% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in Newport
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners256 (25.8%)$30,317
1 Earner345 (34.8%)$75,018
2 Earners271 (27.3%)$94,361
3+ Earners120 (12.1%)$143,315
Total992 (100.0%)$67,008

Household Income in Newport

Household Income Brackets in Newport

With 414 households falling in the category, the $75,000 to $99,999 income range is the most frequent in Newport, accounting for 21.4% of all households. In contrast, only 50 households (2.6%) fall into the $10,000 to $14,999 income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in Newport
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,00021511.1%
$10,000 to $14,999502.6%
$15,000 to $24,9991206.2%
$25,000 to $34,99921911.3%
$35,000 to $49,99922811.8%
$50,000 to $74,99925913.4%
$75,000 to $99,99941421.4%
$100,000 to $149,99922811.8%
$150,000 to $199,9991226.3%
$200,000+834.3%

Household Income by Householder Age in Newport

The median household income in Newport is $67,500, with the highest median household income of $98,313 found in the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 112 households (5.8%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 65+ years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $32,083, with 614 households (31.7%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in Newport
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years112 (5.8%)$98,313
25 to 44 Years645 (33.3%)$72,847
45 to 64 Years565 (29.2%)$92,250
65+ Years614 (31.7%)$32,083
Total1,936 (100.0%)$67,500

Poverty in Newport

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Newport

With 11.4% poverty level for males and 19.4% for females among the residents of Newport, 75 year old and over males and 6 to 11 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 48 males (30.0%) and 55 females (49.5%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in Newport
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)24 (26.7%)
5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years0 (0.0%)55 (49.5%)
12 to 14 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
15 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years99 (17.8%)25 (15.5%)
25 to 34 Years78 (13.5%)33 (12.7%)
35 to 44 Years15 (12.8%)50 (14.8%)
45 to 54 Years3 (0.9%)69 (17.2%)
55 to 64 Years68 (16.7%)44 (9.4%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)71 (28.4%)
75 Years and over48 (30.0%)91 (35.3%)
Total311 (11.4%)462 (19.4%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Newport

According to the poverty statistics in Newport, males aged under 5 years and females aged 12 to 14 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 100.0% of males and 100.0% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in Newport
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years93 (100.0%)66 (73.3%)
5 Years35 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
6 to 11 Years34 (100.0%)56 (50.4%)
12 to 14 Years9 (100.0%)40 (100.0%)
15 Years27 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
16 and 17 Years188 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 24 Years456 (82.2%)136 (84.5%)
25 to 34 Years502 (86.6%)227 (87.3%)
35 to 44 Years102 (87.2%)287 (85.2%)
45 to 54 Years331 (99.1%)332 (82.8%)
55 to 64 Years339 (83.3%)424 (90.6%)
65 to 74 Years197 (100.0%)179 (71.6%)
75 Years and over112 (70.0%)167 (64.7%)
Total2,425 (88.6%)1,914 (80.6%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Newport

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in Newport show that 8.3% or 64 of the total 769 families live below the poverty line. Families with no children have the highest poverty rate of 12.1%, comprising of 64 families. On the other hand, families with 1 or 2 children have the lowest poverty rate of 0.0%, which includes 0 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in Newport
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children465 (87.9%)64 (12.1%)
1 or 2 Children189 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
3 or 4 Children51 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total705 (91.7%)64 (8.3%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Newport

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in Newport
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)25 (37.9%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)61 (44.2%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total0 (0.0%)86 (41.3%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Newport

The poverty data for Newport shows that 64 of the married-couple family households (8.3%) and 86 of the single-parent households (38.6%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with no children have the highest poverty rate, with 64 households (12.1%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 61 household (41.8%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in Newport
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children64 (12.1%)25 (34.3%)
1 or 2 Children0 (0.0%)61 (41.8%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total64 (8.3%)86 (38.6%)

Employment Characteristics in Newport

Employment by Class of Employer in Newport

Among the 2,602 employed individuals in Newport, private company employees (1,649 | 63.4%), self-employed (not incorporated) (264 | 10.2%), and not-for-profit organizations (258 | 9.9%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in Newport
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees1,64963.4%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)501.9%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)26410.2%
Not-for-profit Organizations2589.9%
Local Government Employees1847.1%
State Government Employees431.7%
Federal Government Employees1545.9%
Unpaid Family Workers00.0%
Total2,602100.0%

Employment Status by Age in Newport

According to the labor force statistics for Newport, out of the total population over 16 years of age (4,768), 57.3% or 2,732 individuals are in the labor force, with 3.9% or 107 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 30 to 34 years, with 86.8% or 329 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 35 to 44 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 25.1% or 66 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in Newport
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years102 (26.3%)5 (4.9%)
20 to 24 Years381 (72.3%)23 (6.0%)
25 to 29 Years383 (83.1%)0 (0.0%)
30 to 34 Years329 (86.8%)11 (3.3%)
35 to 44 Years263 (57.9%)66 (25.1%)
45 to 54 Years519 (70.2%)0 (0.0%)
55 to 59 Years352 (86.7%)0 (0.0%)
60 to 64 Years251 (53.0%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years125 (27.8%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over29 (5.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,732 (57.3%)107 (3.9%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Newport

According to labor force statistics for Newport, 72.0% of individuals (2,097) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (2,913) are in the labor force, with 3.8% or 80 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 81.7% or 645 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with high school diploma education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 7.1% or 66 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in Newport
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School97 (26.6%)0 (0.0%)
High School Diploma936 (79.8%)83 (7.1%)
College / Associate Degree419 (71.4%)17 (2.9%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher645 (81.7%)0 (0.0%)
Total2,097 (72.0%)111 (3.8%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in Newport

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Newport are Computers, Engineering & Science (215 | 8.3%), Community & Social Service (209 | 8.1%), Architecture & Engineering (121 | 4.7%), Arts, Media & Entertainment (120 | 4.6%), and Management (91 | 3.5%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in Newport

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in Newport, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers, Engineering & Science (100.0%), Computers & Mathematics (100.0%), and Architecture & Engineering (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Education Instruction & Library (93.3%), Management (79.1%), and Health Diagnosing & Treating (74.7%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in Newport
OccupationMaleFemale
Management19 (20.9%)72 (79.1%)
Business & Financial24 (28.6%)60 (71.4%)
Computers, Engineering & Science215 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Computers & Mathematics81 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Architecture & Engineering121 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Life, Physical & Social Science13 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Community & Social Service 126 (60.3%)83 (39.7%)
Education, Arts & Media0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Legal Services & Support0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Education Instruction & Library6 (6.7%)83 (93.3%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment120 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating22 (25.3%)65 (74.7%)
Health Technologists22 (26.5%)61 (73.5%)
Total (Category)406 (59.2%)280 (40.8%)
Total (Overall)1,459 (56.5%)1,124 (43.5%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in Newport are Food Preparation & Serving (123 | 4.8%), Cleaning & Maintenance (122 | 4.7%), Healthcare Support (93 | 3.6%), Security & Protection (67 | 2.6%), and Law Enforcement (60 | 2.3%).
Services Occupations in Newport

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in Newport, the most male-oriented occupations are Security & Protection (100.0%), Firefighting & Prevention (100.0%), and Law Enforcement (100.0%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Personal Care & Service (100.0%), Healthcare Support (94.6%), and Food Preparation & Serving (67.5%).
Services Occupations by Sex in Newport
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support5 (5.4%)88 (94.6%)
Security & Protection67 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention7 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Law Enforcement60 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving40 (32.5%)83 (67.5%)
Cleaning & Maintenance112 (91.8%)10 (8.2%)
Personal Care & Service0 (0.0%)18 (100.0%)
Total (Category)224 (53.0%)199 (47.0%)
Total (Overall)1,459 (56.5%)1,124 (43.5%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in Newport are Sales & Related (343 | 13.3%), and Office & Administration (312 | 12.1%).
Sales and Office Occupations in Newport

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in Newport
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related130 (37.9%)213 (62.1%)
Office & Administration41 (13.1%)271 (86.9%)
Total (Category)171 (26.1%)484 (73.9%)
Total (Overall)1,459 (56.5%)1,124 (43.5%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in Newport are Installation, Maintenance & Repair (168 | 6.5%), and Construction & Extraction (147 | 5.7%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in Newport

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in Newport
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction147 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair168 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)315 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Overall)1,459 (56.5%)1,124 (43.5%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in Newport are Production (336 | 13.0%), Transportation (85 | 3.3%), and Material Moving (83 | 3.2%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in Newport

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in Newport
OccupationMaleFemale
Production239 (71.1%)97 (28.9%)
Transportation85 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Material Moving19 (22.9%)64 (77.1%)
Total (Category)343 (68.1%)161 (31.9%)
Total (Overall)1,459 (56.5%)1,124 (43.5%)

Employment Industries by Sex in Newport

Employment Industries in Newport

The major employment industries in Newport include Retail Trade (435 | 16.8%), Manufacturing (406 | 15.7%), Information (277 | 10.7%), Health Care & Social Assistance (244 | 9.5%), and Administrative & Support (212 | 8.2%).
Employment Industries in Newport

Employment Industries by Sex in Newport

The Newport industries that see more men than women are Utilities (100.0%), Administrative & Support (89.1%), and Professional & Scientific (89.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Transportation & Warehousing (100.0%), Finance & Insurance (100.0%), and Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (100.0%).
Employment Industries by Sex in Newport
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction15 (23.4%)49 (76.6%)
Manufacturing339 (83.5%)67 (16.5%)
Wholesale Trade14 (18.7%)61 (81.3%)
Retail Trade270 (62.1%)165 (37.9%)
Transportation & Warehousing0 (0.0%)114 (100.0%)
Utilities29 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Information111 (40.1%)166 (59.9%)
Finance & Insurance0 (0.0%)14 (100.0%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing0 (0.0%)16 (100.0%)
Professional & Scientific89 (89.0%)11 (11.0%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support189 (89.1%)23 (10.8%)
Educational Services32 (19.3%)134 (80.7%)
Health Care & Social Assistance98 (40.2%)146 (59.8%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation0 (0.0%)7 (100.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services62 (42.8%)83 (57.2%)
Public Administration47 (48.4%)50 (51.5%)
Total1,459 (56.5%)1,124 (43.5%)

Education in Newport

School Enrollment in Newport

The most common levels of schooling among the 619 students in Newport are high school (178 | 28.8%), elementary school (154 | 24.9%), and college / undergraduate (102 | 16.5%).
School Enrollment in Newport
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool7712.4%
Kindergarten355.7%
Elementary School15424.9%
Middle School609.7%
High School17828.8%
College / Undergraduate10216.5%
Graduate / Professional132.1%
Total619100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Newport

Out of a total of 619 students who are enrolled in schools in Newport, 64 (10.3%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 555 (89.7%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 25 to 34 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 13 (72.2% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 15 to 17 year olds has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 151 (100.0% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in Newport
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds65 (84.4%)12 (15.6%)
5 to 9 Year Old111 (81.0%)26 (19.0%)
10 to 14 Year Olds101 (90.2%)11 (9.8%)
15 to 17 Year Olds151 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 19 Year Olds39 (97.5%)1 (2.5%)
20 to 24 Year Olds83 (98.8%)1 (1.2%)
25 to 34 Year Olds5 (27.8%)13 (72.2%)
35 Years and over0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total555 (89.7%)64 (10.3%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Newport

Business (238 | 23.9%), computers & mathematics (153 | 15.4%), physical & health sciences (119 | 11.9%), psychology (105 | 10.5%), and education (105 | 10.5%) are the most common fields of study among 996 individuals in Newport who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in Newport
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics15315.4%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural767.6%
Physical & Health Sciences11911.9%
Psychology10510.5%
Social Sciences393.9%
Engineering141.4%
Multidisciplinary Studies00.0%
Science & Technology404.0%
Business23823.9%
Education10510.5%
Literature & Languages171.7%
Liberal Arts & History252.5%
Visual & Performing Arts444.4%
Communications00.0%
Arts & Humanities212.1%
Total996100.0%

Transportation & Commute in Newport

Vehicle Availability by Sex in Newport

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in Newport are males with 2 vehicles (639, accounting for 42.9%) and females with 2 vehicles (575, making up 57.4%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in Newport
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)17 (1.5%)
1 Vehicle394 (26.5%)248 (22.3%)
2 Vehicles639 (42.9%)575 (51.7%)
3 Vehicles362 (24.3%)173 (15.5%)
4 Vehicles94 (6.3%)100 (9.0%)
5 or more Vehicles0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,489 (100.0%)1,113 (100.0%)

Commute Time in Newport

The most frequently occuring commute durations in Newport are 5 to 9 minutes (649 commuters, 26.7%), 30 to 34 minutes (386 commuters, 15.9%), and 10 to 14 minutes (290 commuters, 11.9%).
Commute Time in Newport
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes281.1%
5 to 9 Minutes64926.7%
10 to 14 Minutes29011.9%
15 to 19 Minutes1697.0%
20 to 24 Minutes2229.1%
25 to 29 Minutes592.4%
30 to 34 Minutes38615.9%
35 to 39 Minutes170.7%
40 to 44 Minutes943.9%
45 to 59 Minutes26610.9%
60 to 89 Minutes1958.0%
90 or more Minutes572.3%

Commute Time by Sex in Newport

The most common commute times in Newport are 5 to 9 minutes (549 commuters, 39.9%) for males and 20 to 24 minutes (201 commuters, 19.0%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in Newport
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes0 (0.0%)28 (2.6%)
5 to 9 Minutes549 (39.9%)100 (9.5%)
10 to 14 Minutes158 (11.5%)132 (12.5%)
15 to 19 Minutes108 (7.9%)61 (5.8%)
20 to 24 Minutes21 (1.5%)201 (19.0%)
25 to 29 Minutes15 (1.1%)44 (4.2%)
30 to 34 Minutes268 (19.5%)118 (11.2%)
35 to 39 Minutes17 (1.2%)0 (0.0%)
40 to 44 Minutes51 (3.7%)43 (4.1%)
45 to 59 Minutes102 (7.4%)164 (15.5%)
60 to 89 Minutes29 (2.1%)166 (15.7%)
90 or more Minutes57 (4.2%)0 (0.0%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Newport

The most frequent times of departure to work in Newport are 6:30 AM to 6:59 AM (445, 32.4%) for males and 7:00 AM to 7:29 AM (220, 20.8%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in Newport
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM198 (14.4%)0 (0.0%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM122 (8.9%)8 (0.8%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM32 (2.3%)10 (0.9%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM57 (4.2%)62 (5.9%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM445 (32.4%)55 (5.2%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM95 (6.9%)220 (20.8%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM141 (10.2%)204 (19.3%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM40 (2.9%)97 (9.2%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM8 (0.6%)166 (15.7%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM79 (5.8%)43 (4.1%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM0 (0.0%)14 (1.3%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM137 (10.0%)67 (6.3%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM21 (1.5%)111 (10.5%)
Total1,375 (100.0%)1,057 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in Newport

Occupancy by Ownership in Newport

Of the total 1,936 dwellings in Newport, owner-occupied units account for 1,105 (57.1%), while renter-occupied units make up 831 (42.9%).
Occupancy by Ownership in Newport
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units1,10557.1%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units83142.9%
Total Occupied Housing Units1,936100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in Newport

Occupancy by Household Size in Newport
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household59730.8%
2-Person Household73538.0%
3-Person Household26713.8%
4+ Person Household33717.4%
Total Housing Units1,936100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Newport

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in Newport
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household196 (32.8%)401 (67.2%)
2-Person Household545 (74.2%)190 (25.9%)
3-Person Household131 (49.1%)136 (50.9%)
4+ Person Household233 (69.1%)104 (30.9%)
Total Housing Units1,105 (57.1%)831 (42.9%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Newport

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in Newport
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School89 (81.7%)20 (18.3%)
High School Diploma390 (47.2%)437 (52.8%)
College/Associate Degree309 (60.5%)202 (39.5%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher317 (64.8%)172 (35.2%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Newport

Occupancy by Age of Householder in Newport
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years43922.7%
35 to 44 Years31816.4%
45 to 54 Years33717.4%
55 to 64 Years22811.8%
65 to 74 Years33417.2%
75 to 84 Years1728.9%
85 Years and Over1085.6%
Total1,936100.0%

Housing Finances in Newport

Median Income by Occupancy in Newport

Median Income by Occupancy in Newport
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied1,105 (57.1%)$76,103
Renter-Occupied831 (42.9%)$48,648
Average1,936 (100.0%)$67,500

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Newport

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in Newport
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,000114 (10.3%)53 (6.4%)
$5,000 to $9,9990 (0.0%)47 (5.7%)
$10,000 to $14,9999 (0.8%)41 (4.9%)
$15,000 to $19,99912 (1.1%)73 (8.8%)
$20,000 to $24,99912 (1.1%)23 (2.8%)
$25,000 to $34,99991 (8.2%)127 (15.3%)
$35,000 to $49,999150 (13.6%)78 (9.4%)
$50,000 to $74,999127 (11.5%)133 (16.0%)
$75,000 to $99,999248 (22.4%)166 (20.0%)
$100,000 to $149,999175 (15.8%)53 (6.4%)
$150,000 or more167 (15.1%)37 (4.4%)
Total1,105 (100.0%)831 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Newport

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in Newport
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $30026 (2.4%)33 (4.0%)
$300 to $49912 (1.1%)78 (9.4%)
$500 to $799214 (19.4%)43 (5.2%)
$800 to $999209 (18.9%)147 (17.7%)
$1,000 to $1,499424 (38.4%)225 (27.1%)
$1,500 to $1,999175 (15.8%)173 (20.8%)
$2,000 to $2,49916 (1.5%)102 (12.3%)
$2,500 to $2,99912 (1.1%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more17 (1.5%)16 (1.9%)
Total1,105 (100.0%)831 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in Newport

Housing Structures in Newport

Housing Structures in Newport
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached1,03353.4%
Single Unit, Attached30.2%
2 Unit Apartments593.0%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments1839.5%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments1789.2%
10 or more Apartments24812.8%
Mobile Home / Other23212.0%
Total1,936100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Newport

Housing Structures by Occupancy in Newport
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached832 (80.5%)201 (19.5%)
Single Unit, Attached3 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 Unit Apartments38 (64.4%)21 (35.6%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)183 (100.0%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments0 (0.0%)178 (100.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)248 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other232 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,105 (57.1%)831 (42.9%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Newport

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in Newport
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
2 or 3 Rooms30 (2.7%)214 (25.8%)
4 or 5 Rooms478 (43.3%)525 (63.2%)
6 or 7 Rooms430 (38.9%)92 (11.1%)
8 or more Rooms167 (15.1%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,105 (100.0%)831 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Newport

Housing Structure by Heating Type in Newport
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas0 (0.0%)16 (1.9%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas188 (17.0%)444 (53.4%)
Electricity3 (0.3%)98 (11.8%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene795 (72.0%)237 (28.5%)
Coal or Coke0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels75 (6.8%)36 (4.3%)
No Fuel Used44 (4.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total1,105 (100.0%)831 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in Newport

Household Vehicle Usage in Newport
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle0 (0.0%)154 (18.5%)
1 Vehicle416 (37.7%)359 (43.2%)
2 Vehicles444 (40.2%)211 (25.4%)
3 or more Vehicles245 (22.2%)107 (12.9%)
Total1,105 (100.0%)831 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in Newport

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in Newport

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units440665
Median Property Value$164,900$161,400
Median Household Income$61,071$106
Monthly Housing Costs$787$17
Real Estate Taxes$4,881$58

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Newport

Property Value by Mortgage Status in Newport
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,00039 (8.9%)14 (2.1%)
$50,000 to $99,99946 (10.4%)78 (11.7%)
$100,000 to $299,999346 (78.6%)539 (81.0%)
$300,000 to $499,9999 (2.1%)28 (4.2%)
$500,000 to $749,9990 (0.0%)6 (0.9%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total440 (100.0%)665 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Newport

Household Income by Mortgage Status in Newport
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,00064 (14.5%)15 (2.3%)
$10,000 to $24,99933 (7.5%)50 (7.5%)
$25,000 to $34,99930 (6.8%)0 (0.0%)
$35,000 to $49,99956 (12.7%)61 (9.2%)
$50,000 to $74,99974 (16.8%)94 (14.1%)
$75,000 to $99,99993 (21.1%)53 (8.0%)
$100,000 to $149,99929 (6.6%)155 (23.3%)
$150,000 or more61 (13.9%)146 (22.0%)
Total440 (100.0%)665 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Newport

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in Newport
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x163 (37.0%)77,358 (11,632.8%)
2.0x to 2.9x117 (26.6%)384 (57.7%)
3.0x to 3.9x55 (12.5%)116 (17.4%)
4.0x or more54 (12.3%)8 (1.2%)
Total440 (100.0%)665 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Newport

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in Newport
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $80022 (5.0%)50 (7.5%)
$800 to $1,49923 (5.2%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,499369 (83.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total440 (100.0%)665 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in Newport

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Newport

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Newport
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years182 (83.5%)36 (16.5%)
6 to 18 Years443 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
19 to 25 Years429 (56.2%)334 (43.8%)
26 to 34 Years607 (78.2%)169 (21.8%)
35 to 44 Years388 (85.5%)66 (14.5%)
45 to 54 Years629 (91.3%)60 (8.7%)
55 to 64 Years728 (83.2%)147 (16.8%)
65 to 74 Years447 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and older418 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total4,271 (84.0%)812 (16.0%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Newport

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in Newport
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born182 (83.5%)36 (16.5%)
Foreign Born, Citizen443 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen429 (56.2%)334 (43.8%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Newport

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in Newport
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,000438 (91.4%)41 (8.6%)
$25,000 to $49,999856 (70.6%)357 (29.4%)
$50,000 to $74,999846 (94.2%)52 (5.8%)
$75,000 to $99,999875 (72.4%)334 (27.6%)
$100,000 and over1,221 (97.8%)28 (2.2%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Newport

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in Newport
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 652 (23.8%)130 (59.6%)
6 to 18 Years189 (42.7%)307 (69.3%)
19 to 25 Years93 (12.2%)336 (44.0%)
25 to 34 Years83 (10.7%)524 (67.5%)
35 to 44 Years178 (39.2%)278 (61.2%)
45 to 54 Years225 (32.7%)477 (69.2%)
55 to 64 Years284 (32.5%)472 (53.9%)
65 to 74 Years447 (100.0%)198 (44.3%)
75 Years and over402 (96.2%)137 (32.8%)
Total1,953 (38.4%)2,859 (56.2%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Newport

Disability Status by Sex by Age in Newport
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years100 (32.3%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years18 (1.6%)99 (23.5%)
35 to 64 Years132 (16.3%)130 (10.8%)
65 to 74 Years45 (22.8%)44 (17.6%)
75 Years and over98 (61.3%)121 (46.9%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in Newport

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in Newport: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)14 (3.3%)
35 to 64 Years19 (2.3%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years9 (4.6%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over23 (14.4%)6 (2.3%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in Newport: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years27 (8.7%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years30 (3.7%)48 (4.0%)
65 to 74 Years6 (3.0%)9 (3.6%)
75 Years and over49 (30.6%)41 (15.9%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in Newport: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years9 (2.9%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years13 (1.1%)62 (14.7%)
35 to 64 Years86 (10.6%)77 (6.4%)
65 to 74 Years9 (4.6%)35 (14.0%)
75 Years and over0 (0.0%)19 (7.4%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in Newport: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years64 (20.6%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years54 (6.7%)49 (4.1%)
65 to 74 Years30 (15.2%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over84 (52.5%)105 (40.7%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in Newport: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
18 to 34 Years7 (0.6%)0 (0.0%)
35 to 64 Years3 (0.4%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
75 Years and over23 (14.4%)71 (27.5%)

Technology Access in Newport

Computing Device Access in Newport

Computing Device Access in Newport
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop1,29967.1%
Smartphone1,51778.4%
Tablet85144.0%
No Computing Device1909.8%
Total1,936100.0%

Internet Access in Newport

Internet Access in Newport
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet130.7%
Broadband Home1,41272.9%
Cellular Data Only1728.9%
Satellite Internet201.0%
No Internet31816.4%
Total1,936100.0%

Newport Summary

Newport is a town located in Sullivan County, New Hampshire, United States. The population was 6,507 at the 2010 census. It is the county seat of Sullivan County.

Geography

Newport is located in the western part of Sullivan County, bordered to the north by the town of Lempster, to the east by the town of Sunapee, to the south by the town of Croydon, and to the west by the town of Unity. The town is situated in the Connecticut River Valley, with the Connecticut River forming the western boundary of the town. The highest point in town is the summit of Mount Sunapee, at 2,726 feet (831 m) above sea level.
The town is served by Interstate 89, which runs through the town from north to south, and U.S. Route 4, which runs east-west through the town.

History

The area that is now Newport was first settled in 1763 by settlers from Massachusetts. The town was incorporated in 1768, and was named after Newport, Rhode Island.
In the 19th century, Newport was an important center for the lumber industry, with several sawmills located in the town. The town was also home to several gristmills, tanneries, and a woolen mill.
In the late 19th century, Newport was a popular summer resort destination, with several large hotels located in the town. The town was also home to several large dairy farms.

Economy

Today, Newport is a rural community with a diverse economy. The town is home to several small businesses, including a sawmill, a furniture maker, a woodworking shop, and a machine shop. The town is also home to several farms, including dairy farms, beef farms, and vegetable farms.
The town is also home to several tourist attractions, including the Newport Historical Society, the Newport Opera House, and the Newport State Park.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, there were 6,507 people, 2,717 households, and 1,717 families residing in the town. The population density was 97.3 people per square mile (37.6/km2). There were 2,945 housing units at an average density of 44.2 per square mile (17.1/km2). The racial makeup of the town was 97.2% White, 0.3% African American, 0.3% Native American, 0.4% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 0.3% from other races, and 1.4% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 1.2% of the population.
There were 2,717 households, out of which 28.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 49.2% were married couples living together, 10.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 35.7% were non-families. 29.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 12.2% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.35 and the average family size was 2.86.
In the town, the population was spread out, with 23.2% under the age of 18, 6.7% from 18 to 24, 28.2% from 25 to 44, 25.3% from 45 to 64, and 16.6% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 40 years. For every 100 females, there were 94.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 91.2 males.
The median income for a household in the town was $41,944, and the median income for a family was $50,938. Males had a median income of $35,938 versus $25,938 for females. The per capita income for the town was $20,945. About 6.2% of families and 8.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 10.2% of those under age 18 and 8.2% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of Newport?
Total Population of Newport is 5,228.
What is the Total Male Population of Newport?
Total Male Population of Newport is 2,778.
What is the Total Female Population of Newport?
Total Female Population of Newport is 2,450.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in Newport?
There are 113.39 Males per 100 Females in Newport.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in Newport?
There are 88.19 Females per 100 Males in Newport.
What is the Median Population Age in Newport?
Median Population Age in Newport is 43.7 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in Newport
Average Family Size in Newport is 3.2 People.
What is the Average Household Size in Newport
Average Household Size in Newport is 2.6 People.
What is Per Capita Income in Newport?
Per Capita income in Newport is $31,386.
What is the Median Family Income in Newport?
Median Family Income in Newport is $67,008.
What is the Median Household income in Newport?
Median Household Income in Newport is $67,500.
What is Income or Wage Gap in Newport?
Income or Wage Gap in Newport is 36.2%.
Women in Newport earn 63.8 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in Newport?
Inequality or Gini Index in Newport is 0.43.
How Large is the Labor Force in Newport?
There are 2,732 People in the Labor Forcein in Newport.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in Newport?
57.3% of People are in the Labor Force in Newport.
What is the Unemployment Rate in Newport?
Unemployment Rate in Newport is 3.9%.