Median Age
39 Years
Largest Age Group
30-39 Years
Approximately 18% of Residents
Under 20
21%
Over 65
16%
Newport
Newport, KY Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,467
Population
15,100
Renter Mix
57% Rent
Live at the convergence of urban and rural settings
Suburban
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Riverside
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Affordable
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Walkable
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Convenient
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Historic
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Vibrant
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Charming
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Just across the Ohio River from Downtown Cincinnati, Newport offers residents access to a wealth of attractions within easy walking distance of each other. In Newport, you’ll find world-class destinations like the Newport Aquarium, Newport on the Levee Entertainment Complex, Hofbrauhaus, World Peace Bell, Purple People Bridge, and so much more.
In addition to the striking views of Cincinnati’s skyline, Newport’s riverfront district hosts some of Kentucky’s most popular events and festivals, including the Great Inland Seafood Festival, Glier’s Goettafest, Riverfest, Newport Italianfest, and Newport Oktoberfest. A slew of eclectic eateries and shops line the beautiful East Row Historic District as well. Retreating into nature from Newport is easy with convenience to numerous parks and preserves.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$60,492
Average: $91,830
Education
4,476
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
6,747
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Newport has more renters than homeowners.
Renters
57%
Non-Renters
43%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
26%
Other Education
74%
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Newport, KY is $1,007 for a studio, $1,453 for one bedroom, $1,784 for two bedrooms, and $3,802 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Newport has increased by 2.9% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,453/month
702 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Newport, KY is for everyday living.
Moderately Walkable
Walkability
60
/ 100
Some Public Transit
Transit
40
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
40
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades K-5
387 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
362 Students
Mildred Dean Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
Public
Grades 6-12
579 Students
Public
Grades 6-9
378 Students
Public
Grades 6-12
579 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Newport Aquarium
- Theodore M. Berry Friendship Park
- John G. & Phyllis W. Smale Riverfront Park
- Krohn Conservatory
- Eden Park
Commuter Rail
Airports
- Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky International
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.