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About
Life in Newport
Living in Newport means you're in a compact urban neighborhood that's densely packed but still manageable—just 3 square miles with about 14,000 people, so you're never far from anything, but you're definitely in a city rather than spread out. The job market is fairly steady with a 4.0% unemployment rate, but the reality is that many locals work across the river in Cincinnati proper, which adds a commute—though the average is only about 21 minutes. Newport sits at the boundary between the Midwest and Upland South, which means you get a humid subtropical climate with the seasonal swings that come with it, so prepare for hot, humid summers and winters that are mild compared to the North but still unpredictable.
Newport at a Glance
Population, income, housing and more
Median Age
40.6 yrs
Poverty Rate
20.8%
Foreign-Born
3.5%
Broadband Internet
90.2%
of households
Population Growth
-1.1%
recent change · Census Bureau
Median household income
Demographics3.5% foreign-born, most often from Mexico
Who lives in Newport: race and ethnicity, ages, households, languages and countries of origin
In Newport, the largest foreign-born group is from Mexico (59.8%), and 4.1% of residents speak Spanish at home.
Under 18
12.1%
of residents
65 and Older
17.4%
of residents
Households with Kids
14.2%
anyone under 18
Living Alone
47.8%
of households
Married Couples
29.4%
of households
Avg Household Size
1.90
people
Race & Ethnicity
Hispanic or Latino of any race; other groups are non-Hispanic
Top countries of origin (foreign-born)
Languages Spoken at Home
Cost of Livingrent 12% above KY average
Rent, home values, and income in Newport
In Newport, rent runs 12% above the KY average, and home values are 6% above the KY average.
Median rent (per month)
Median home value
Rent Burdened
43.5%
spending 30%+ of income on rent
Severely Rent Burdened
23.7%
spending 50%+
Cost of Living Index
95.4
metro area (BEA) · US avg = 100
Median Property Tax
$2,387
per year, owner-occupied homes
Homeowners
47.7%
of occupied homes are owned
Typical Home Built
1947
median year built
Vacant Homes
11.0%
of housing units
Home Value Trend
Latest: $241,590 (September 2026)
Jobs & Economyunemployment 0.6 pts below KY average
Unemployment in Newport
Unemployment in Campbell County, which includes Newport, is 0.6 percentage points lower than the KY average.
Unemployment rate
Newport: Campbell County rate (county-wide) · BLS annual average
Unemployment Rate — 10 Year Trend
Campbell County (county-wide) · Annual averages
What Newport Residents Do for Work · share of employed residents by industry
City residents, wherever they work
Commute19.7 min avg
How Newport residents get to work, and the nearest airports
In Newport, most residents drive alone to work (64%), and 77% get there in under 30 minutes.
How People Get to Work
Commute Time Distribution
Nearest airports · with airline service
- 10 mi
Cincinnati Northern Kentucky International Airport (CVG)
Medium hub4.4M passengers boarded in 2025
Straight-line distance. Size is the FAA’s hub category, based on passenger traffic: regional airports may have only a few flights a day.
Safetyviolent crime 16% below national average
Crime rates for 2025
Violent crime in Newport runs 16% below the national average.
Violent Crime Rate
277.3
per 100,000 residents
Below average (329 national, 2025)
Property Crime Rate
4,180.9
per 100,000 residents
Above average (1,552 national, 2025)
Newport Police Department
Natural DisastersWinter Weather most common — 14 events in 2025
Natural hazard risk, storms and earthquakes
FEMA National Risk Index
Relatively Low
58.3 / 100
Compares expected losses from natural hazards, social vulnerability and community resilience against every US county (higher = more risk).
Campbell County, county-wide · FEMA NRI December 2025
In Campbell County, which includes Newport, the most common type is winter weather, with 14 recorded events in 2025.
Most common events:
Storm events by year
| Year | Events | Top Type | Property Damage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 14 | Thunderstorm Wind | $18,250 |
| 2024 | 8 | Winter Weather | $77,000 |
| 2023 | 4 | Winter Weather | $20,000 |
| 2022 | 14 | Winter Weather | $39,000 |
| 2021 | 8 | Winter Weather | None reported |
| 2020 | 14 | Hail | $299,250 |
| 2019 | 18 | Thunderstorm Wind | $27,000 |
| 2018 | 14 | Hail | $19,000 |
Property damage is the National Weather Service's estimate filed with each event. “None reported” means the events were logged with $0 damage; “Not estimated” means no estimate was filed. Storms covering several counties aren't counted here, since NOAA doesn't split their damage by county.
2 earthquakes of magnitude 2.5+ within 100 miles in the past year
Campbell County, county-wide
Air Quality39 median AQI — Good
Days by air quality category (2025)
Air quality in Campbell County, which includes Newport, is typically good — 276 good-air days per year.
Median AQI
39
Good Days
276
per year
Moderate Days
85
per year
Unhealthy Days
0
per year
Campbell County, county-wide
Climate85°F summers, 26°F winters
30-year climate averages (1991–2020) — monthly temperatures and precipitation
Newport has warm summers (avg high 85°F) and cold winters (avg low 26°F).
Spring (Mar–May)
66°/43°F
avg high / low
Summer (Jun–Aug)
85°/63°F
avg high / low
Fall (Sep–Nov)
68°/45°F
avg high / low
Winter (Dec–Feb)
43°/26°F
avg high / low
Annual Precipitation
43.4"
Annual Snowfall
16.0"
Hot Days/Year
27
days above 90°F
Freeze Days/Year
102
days below 32°F
Rainy Days/Year
132
Average month
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| Month | High | Low | Precip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 41°F | 24°F | 2.86" |
| Feb | 45°F | 26°F | 2.79" |
| Mar | 55°F | 33°F | 3.94" |
| Apr | 67°F | 43°F | 4.37" |
| May | 75°F | 53°F | 4.70" |
| Jun | 83°F | 61°F | 4.61" |
| Jul | 87°F | 65°F | 4.39" |
| Aug | 86°F | 64°F | 3.39" |
| Sep | 80°F | 56°F | 3.07" |
| Oct | 68°F | 44°F | 3.05" |
| Nov | 55°F | 34°F | 2.91" |
| Dec | 45°F | 28°F | 3.32" |
Healthcare
Hospitals, ratings, and health insurance in Newport
Uninsured
6.1%
of residents
No hospitals inside Newport's limits — nearest hospitals · within 15 miles
St Elizabeth Ft Thomas
Acute Care Hospitals · ER available · 1.3 mi away · Fort Thomas
Christ Hospital
Acute Care Hospitals · ER available · 2.7 mi away · Cincinnati
University of Cincinnati Medical Center, Llc
Acute Care Hospitals · ER available · 3.6 mi away · Cincinnati
Medicare-certified hospitals only. Doesn’t include clinics, urgent care, or freestanding ERs.
Education10.6:1 student/teacher ratio
Schools and degree attainment in Newport
Newport's student/teacher ratio is 10.6:1 (lower than the national average of 16:1), and 36.3% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
Public Schools
5
within city limits
Private Schools
4
within city limits
College Degree Rate
36.3%
adults 25+ with bachelor's or higher
Student/Teacher Ratio
10.6:1
National avg 16:1
Schools located within city limits (2023) — school-level metrics change slowly year to year
Colleges Near Newport (within 15 miles)
University of Cincinnati-Main Campus
3.5 mi awayPublic · 4-year · 29,882 students · in-state tuition $14,394 · 73% graduate · median earnings $60,832 (10 yrs after entry)
University of Cincinnati-Blue Ash College
11.3 mi awayPublic · 2-year · 4,354 students · in-state tuition $7,416 · 29% graduate · median earnings $60,832 (10 yrs after entry)
Private nonprofit · 4-year · 4,207 students · in-state tuition $52,680 · 71% graduate · median earnings $69,118 (10 yrs after entry)
The Christ College of Nursing and Health Sciences
2.8 mi awayPrivate nonprofit · 4-year · 713 students · in-state tuition $17,318 · 64% graduate · median earnings $73,495 (10 yrs after entry)
Good Samaritan College of Nursing and Health Science
4.2 mi awayPrivate nonprofit · 2-year · 690 students · in-state tuition $15,356 · 77% graduate · median earnings $72,043 (10 yrs after entry)
Private for-profit · 2-year · 536 students · in-state tuition $13,295 · 49% graduate · median earnings $42,712 (10 yrs after entry)
Degree-granting colleges with 100+ students, placed by campus location (main campuses only — branch campuses are reported under their parent school)
Parks & Recreationclosest: William Howard Taft National Historic Site, 3 mi
Nearby national parks, recreation areas and public libraries for Newport
Newport has 5 nearby national parks or recreation areas, closest being William Howard Taft National Historic Site (3 mi away).
Nearby National Parks & Recreation Areas
William Howard Taft National Historic Site
National Historic Site
3 mi awayCharles Young Buffalo Soldiers National Monument
National Monument
53 mi awayDayton Aviation Heritage National Historical Park
National Historical Park
53 mi awayHopewell Culture National Historical Park
National Historical Park
77 mi awayCamp Nelson National Monument
National Monument
89 mi awayPublic Libraries in Newport
Newport Branch
901 East Sixth Street, Newport
Cities Near Newport
The closest cities within 60 miles
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Newport FAQ
Is Newport, Kentucky affordable?⌄
Newport's median rent is $1,087/month, which is below the national average, making it relatively affordable. The median household income is $60,853/year. Median home value is $217,600.
Is Newport, Kentucky safe?⌄
Newport's violent crime rate was 277 per 100,000 residents in 2025, which is below the national average of 329/100k that year. Property crime rate is 4181 per 100,000. As with any city, crime rates vary by neighborhood.
What is the job market like in Newport, Kentucky?⌄
Campbell County, which includes Newport, has an unemployment rate of 4.0%, which is close to the national average of 4.3%.
What is the cost of living in Newport, Kentucky?⌄
The cost of living in Newport is primarily driven by housing. Median rent is $1,087/month and median household income is $60,853/year. The median home value is $217,600. About 44% of renters spend more than 30% of their income on housing.
How is the commute in Newport, Kentucky?⌄
The average commute in Newport is 20 minutes, which is shorter than average compared to the national average of 26 minutes.
Data from the US Census Bureau, BLS, FBI, NOAA, EPA, Zillow Research and other public sources. Where our data comes from