What are the schools like in Newport, AR?

Newport is served primarily by NEWPORT SCHOOL DISTRICT. The district operates 1 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 10.1:1.

What is the median household income in Newport?

The median household income in Newport, AR is $32,440 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 13.1%.

What is the weather like in Newport, AR?

Newport has an average high temperature of 45.7°F in January and 89.4°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 51.2 inches and annual snowfall averages 2.6 inches.

Newport, AR Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Newport, AR affordable or expensive?

Newport's cost of living index is 86, where 100 represents the national average. This means Newport is 14% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $114,900 and the median rent is $609 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Newport, AR?

Newport has a violent crime rate of 492.9 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 1232.3 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Newport, AR a Good Place to Live?

Newport is a small town of 7,984 in Arkansas, with a median household income of $32,440 and a 13.1% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 86 (US average = 100), which is 14% below the national average.

Strengths: Newport stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, solid school ratings (B), short average commutes.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Newport is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Newport city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 85.7

Newport's overall cost of living index is 85.7, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Newport costs roughly 14% less than the average American city.

Metric	Newport, AR	National Avg
Median Home Value	$114,900	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$609	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	51.2%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$32,440	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Near National Average

Newport's violent crime rate is 492.9 per 100,000 residents — 30% higher than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

492.9 /100k

Property Crime

1232.3 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Newport is served primarily by NEWPORT SCHOOL DISTRICT. The student-to-teacher ratio is 10.1:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Newport, AR	National Avg
School District	NEWPORT SCHOOL DISTRICT	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	10.1:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	10.4%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	86.0%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Newport sees average highs of 45.7°F in January and 89.4°F in July, with 51.2 inches of annual precipitation and 2.6 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Newport, AR
Average High — January	45.7°F
Average High — July	89.4°F
Annual Precipitation	51.2"
Annual Snowfall	2.6"

Demographics

Metric	Newport, AR	National Avg
Population	7,984	—
Median Age	39.0	38.9
Unemployment Rate	13.1%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	15.7 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	65.0%	59.3%
Black or African American	20.7%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	3.7%	18.9%
Asian	0.9%	6.3%
Under 18	14.8%	22.2%
65 and over	17.0%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Diaz, AR 2 mi Campbell Station, AR 3 mi Jacksonport, AR 4 mi Tuckerman, AR 7 mi Amagon, AR 8 mi

ZIP Codes in Newport

Newport, AR is covered by 1 ZIP code:

72112

Newport vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Newport, AR affordable or expensive?

Newport's cost of living index is 86, where 100 is the national average. That makes Newport roughly 14% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $114,900 and median rent is $609/month.

What is the crime rate in Newport, AR?

Newport's violent crime rate is 492.9 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 1232.3 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Newport?

Public schools in Newport are operated by NEWPORT SCHOOL DISTRICT. The district has 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 10.1:1. 10.4% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Newport, AR a good place to live?

Newport, AR has a population of 7,984, a median household income of $32,440, and an unemployment rate of 13.1%. It offers below-average costs of living, which stretches take-home pay further than in most American cities. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Newport?

Newport averages 45.7°F in January and 89.4°F in July. Annual rainfall is 51.2 inches with about 2.6 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Newport?

Newport, AR is covered by 1 ZIP code: 72112.

What is the population of Newport?

The population of Newport, Arkansas is 7,984 with a median age of 39.0. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Newport?

Key numbers for living in Newport: cost of living index 86 (100 = US average), median home $114,900, median household income $32,440, crime index 101 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Newport side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.