Newport, Pennsylvania Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Newport, Pennsylvania had a total population of 1,621, the 747th largest borough in Pennsylvania, with a median household income of $62,944, which is 19% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 10.5%.
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 2.4x.
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 | 1,587 | 1,621 | +2.1% |
| Median household income | $60,644 | $62,944 | +3.8% |
| Median home value | $147,300 | $151,600 | +2.9% |
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: 45 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Newport Rankings in Pennsylvania
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Other Cities in Perry County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marysville | 2,681 | $68,889 | 8.8% | $184,300 |
| Duncannon | 1,391 | $51,103 | 9.0% | $155,600 |
| Bloomfield | 1,090 | $73,542 | 9.5% | $227,400 |
| Liverpool | 850 | $59,539 | 8.2% | $197,500 |
| Millerstown | 736 | $91,964 | 10.0% | $200,800 |
| Blain | 278 | $73,750 | 4.0% | $170,000 |
| Landisburg | 261 | $59,375 | 6.4% | $126,100 |
| New Buffalo | 48 | N/A | 16.7% | $190,600 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Penn State Erie (Behrend) | 1,607 | N/A | N/A | 77.1% | N/A |
| Oakland (Cambria County) | 1,627 | $61,483 | $99,100 | 21.8% | 10.7% |
| New Oxford | 1,675 | $63,000 | $214,000 | 14.9% | 9.2% |
| Montgomery | 1,564 | $63,936 | $145,900 | 18.3% | 5.3% |
| Palmdale | 1,542 | $62,628 | $261,400 | 28.5% | 27.1% |
Population Overview
Newport is a small community located in Pennsylvania, within Perry County. The total population is 1,621. It ranks as the 747th most populous out of 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania.
Age Demographics
The median age in Newport is 35.0 years. This is 14% lower than the state median of 40.9 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Newport is $62,944. This is 19% lower than the state median of $77,971. It is also 22% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 10.5%. This is 10% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.7%. The unemployment rate is 4.7%. This is 10% lower than the state rate of 5.3%. The median home value is $151,600. Housing costs are 40% lower than the state median of $254,500. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.4x, Newport is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 40.7% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 41% lower than the state average of 69.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
Newport has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 85.1% of all residents. Black or African American residents account for 4.5%. The Black or African American population (4.5%) is well below the state average of 10.3%. The Hispanic or Latino population (4.0%) is well below the state average of 8.7%.
Education
19.8% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 44% lower than the state rate of 35.2%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 91.5%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Newport, Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 1,991 Census-designated places in Pennsylvania. 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, Pennsylvania?
Newport, Pennsylvania has a population of 1,621 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Newport, PA?
The median household income in Newport is $62,944, which is 22% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Newport, PA?
The poverty rate in Newport is 10.5%. This means approximately 168 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Newport, Pennsylvania?
Newport's population is 85.1% White, 4.5% Black, 4.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 2.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Newport, PA?
The median home value in Newport is $151,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.4x.
How educated is Newport, Pennsylvania?
19.8% of adults (25+) in Newport hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 5.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.