Newport, Indiana Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Newport, Indiana had a total population of 330, the 592nd largest town in Indiana, with a median household income of $56,875, which is 21% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 12.7%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.5x.
- Unemployment rate of 8.1% is notably above the national average.
Newport Quick Facts
How Newport Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 283 | 330 | +16.6% |
| Median household income | $46,667 | $56,875 | +21.9% |
| Median home value | $58,800 | $84,000 | +42.9% |
How Newport Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 41 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Newport Rankings in Indiana
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Other Cities in Vermillion County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Clinton | 4,794 | $42,922 | 21.4% | $101,600 |
| Fairview Park | 1,470 | $62,778 | 11.6% | $104,800 |
| Cayuga | 1,064 | $50,872 | 13.2% | $79,800 |
| Dana | 652 | $52,791 | 21.9% | $55,500 |
| Perrysville | 607 | $86,094 | 18.1% | $100,000 |
| St. Bernice | 554 | N/A | 3.8% | $92,700 |
| Blanford | 281 | N/A | 20.3% | $50,300 |
| Universal | 173 | $53,750 | 17.3% | $64,300 |
Cities Similar to Newport
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lagro | 330 | $58,958 | $80,000 | 7.6% | 10.0% |
| Grammer | 336 | N/A | N/A | 44.1% | 5.1% |
| Fair Oaks | 323 | N/A | N/A | 0.0% | 14.9% |
| Bloomingdale | 324 | $58,500 | $97,500 | 12.8% | 14.9% |
| Manchester | 343 | N/A | $149,100 | 0.0% | 18.9% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 330, Newport's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Newport is a small community located in Indiana, within Vermillion County. The total population is 330. It ranks as the 592nd most populous out of 967 Census-designated places in Indiana.
Age Demographics
The median age in Newport is 47.6 years. This is 25% higher than the state median of 38.1 years. Only 12.7% of residents are under 18, indicating fewer families with children.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Newport is $56,875. This is 21% lower than the state median of $71,957. It is also 30% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 12.7%. This is 3% higher than the state poverty rate of 12.3%. The unemployment rate is 8.1%. This is 89% higher than the state rate of 4.3%. The median home value is $84,000. Housing costs are 62% lower than the state median of $218,200. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.5x, Newport is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 83.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 18% higher than the state average of 70.5%.
Race & Ethnicity
Newport has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 89.1% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 4.5%.
Education
11.2% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 62% lower than the state rate of 29.5%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 95.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Newport, Indiana is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Indiana state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 967 Census-designated places in Indiana. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Newport, Indiana?
Newport, Indiana has a population of 330 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Newport, IN?
The median household income in Newport is $56,875, which is 30% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Newport, IN?
The poverty rate in Newport is 12.7%. This means approximately 42 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Newport, Indiana?
Newport's population is 89.1% White, 0.0% Black, 4.5% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Newport, IN?
The median home value in Newport is $84,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.5x.
How educated is Newport, Indiana?
11.2% of adults (25+) in Newport hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 1.9% hold a graduate or professional degree.