Newport, TN

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 3/10
local_library Schools 1/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 4/10
accessibility Hospitals 3/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
visibility Safety
Elevated Risk. The area faces significant challenges with crime, creating concerns for personal and property safety.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Limited Access. Few colleges are nearby, and travel or relocation may be necessary for quality higher education opportunities.
local_library Schools
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
6,881 332.4M (US)
Median Age
42.6 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
55.9% 64% (US)
College-Educated
13.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$40,096 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
70.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
28 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
11.9% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$124,300 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$485 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$528 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
42.6% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Cocke County
6
Newport Urban Area
6
Tennessee
5

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Cocke County
6
Newport Urban Area
6
Tennessee
5

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 29% of residents leaning left and 67% leaning right.

Liberal (30%) (68%) Conservative

Climate

Humid subtropical climate. Hot humid summers and mild winters with precipitation in all seasons. See monthly weather averages below.

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 4 2 37
Feb 4 2 40
Mar 4 1 48
Apr 4 0 56
May 4 0 65
Jun 4 0 73
Jul 5 0 76
Aug 4 0 75
Sep 3 0 69
Oct 2 0 58
Nov 3 0 48
Dec 4 1 39

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

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Schools

Cocke Co High School
<1 miles, NE · 1.9star
Newport Grammar School
<1 miles, E · 2.3star
Northwest Elementary
2 miles, NE · 1star
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Colleges

Walters State Community College
18 miles, N · 1.4star
Carson-Newman University
20 miles, NW · 1.9star
Tusculum University
28 miles, E · 1.9star
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Hospitals

Newport Medical Center
<1 miles, E · 4.1star
Leconte Medical Center
20 miles, W · 3.2star
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Airports

McGhee Tyson Airport
46 miles, W · 2.3star
Asheville Regional Airport
52 miles, SE · 1.4star
Tri-Cities Airport
57 miles, E · 1star
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