Newport 68 Good
Newport Livability #158 ranked city in Oregon#9,098 ranked city in the USARanks better than 68% of areas
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Pros and Cons of Living in Newport

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    This area does not have any pros, as none of the categories attained the requirement.

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    The majority of amenities are not ideally located within walking distance. To access these amenities, residents may be required to rely on a vehicle or public transit.

What's it like Living in Newport?

Located in the state of Oregon, Newport is a moderately-sized city with a population of 11,066 people. The majority of Newport residents report their race to be White; this is followed by Asian and American Indian and Alaskan. If you are not a fan of long commutes, you will enjoy living in Newport. With an average one way commute time of only 15 minutes, getting to and from work is a breeze compared to the national average of 26 minutes.

Whether you’re moving to a new town to be closer to family, friends or for a new job, living in Newport could be a positive experience compared to other cities in Oregon if you know where to look. Don't forget to determine what matters most to you in a neighborhood. Consider factors such as safety, proximity to work or school, access to amenities (like parks, fitness facilities, grocery stores, restaurants), public transportation options, community atmosphere and the overall vibe you're looking for. The best areas in Newport and in surrounding cities are easier to find when you are able to make informed decisions. Using data from crime, cost of living, housing, you will see a detailed breakdown of the most important information as well as comparisons to the Oregon and national averages.

The livability score in Newport is 67/100 and the city is ranked in the 65th percentile of all cities across America. If we explore each of the categories individually, we see that Newport ranks well for housing (B). On a less positive note, Newport does not have favorable scores for the following: amenities (D-), crime (D) and education (D). If we take a look at the data, we can find out why.

For home buyers, real estate will be the largest purchase they will ever make and it will also be their most valuable asset. For renters, the monthly rent paid on their Newport apartments will most likely be their largest expense. Based on tangible metrics like home and rental affordability and appreciation rates, housing in this area has received a score that is well above the average of every other US city. A thriving real estate market can also generate strong local economic activity and job creation.

Newport real estate prices and overall affordability will play a huge role in determining if the area is the right fit for you. Of course there are probably some other items on your “wish list”, but even before they are considered, let’s take a look at the home prices and affordability in Newport. Median real estate prices in Newport come in at $507,172, which is 14.7% higher than the Oregon average. The home price to income ratio compares the median home prices to the median household income. In Newport, the home price to income ratio is 6.9, which is 23.2% higher than the Oregon average.

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      Newport transportation information

      Statistic Newport Oregon National
      Average one way commute15min23min26min
      Workers who drive to work67.9%71.4%76.4%
      Workers who carpool13.0%10.3%9.3%
      Workers who take public transit0.8%4.4%5.1%
      Workers who bicycle1.3%2.4%0.6%
      Workers who walk6.0%3.9%2.8%
      Working from home9.5%6.4%4.6%
      Source: The Newport, OR data and statistics displayed above are derived from the United States Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) and include 2026 modeled data developed using proprietary methodologies.