Median Age
43 Years
Largest Age Group
55-64 Years
Approximately 14% of Residents
Under 20
24%
Over 65
22%
Newport
Newport, TN Area Guide
Avg Rent
$618
Population
7,110
Renter Mix
49% Rent
A tranquil town set between the wilderness and lakes
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Scenic
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Lake
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Incorporated more than 200 years ago, Newport is an easygoing city in east Tennessee. Nestled between the Great Smoky Mountains and Douglas Lake, Newport offers peaceful rural living in a fantastic scenic setting.
Locals gather at popular neighborhood spots like the Grease Rack for a good steak, and East Tennessee Coffee Company for fresh coffee and small plates. The Pigeon River runs through town, and makes for fantastic views from Newport’s Main St. I-40 runs through town, connecting to the lake and all the activities it offers. Knoxville is just 48 miles to the west, meaning the conveniences of the big city are well within reach.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$36,962
Average: $46,825
Education
1,021
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
2,847
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Newport has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
49%
Non-Renters
51%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
9%
Other Education
91%
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Newport, TN is $618 for one bedroom, $643 for two bedrooms, and $758 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Newport has increased by 1.1% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$618/month
0 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Newport, TN is for everyday living.
Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
20
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Bikeability
20
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades PK-8
701 Students
Public
Grades PK-8
251 Students
Public
Grades K-8
303 Students
Public
Grades PK-8
569 Students
Public
Grades PK-8
396 Students
Public
Grades PK-8
701 Students
Public
Grades PK-8
251 Students
Public
Grades K-8
303 Students
Public
Grades PK-8
569 Students
Public
Grades PK-8
396 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,159 Students
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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.