Newport

Welcome to Newport, RI

Historical luxury with sprawling beachfront properties
 
Newport is classic New England luxury. Located along the coast of Rhode Island on Aquideck Island, Newport is a stunning, historical town with lots of charm. Many historic architectural styles fill the cobblestone streets, creating a sense of beauty and elegance in the downtown area. Newport has a fantastic shopping and dining scene, filled with local restaurants featuring fresh ingredients from the sea.
 
Newport is filled with historical mansions and has many large luxury homes, including beachfront properties. The houses are sprawling, and many have large lots that afford residents plenty of privacy. Residential homes are interspersed with famous historical mansions, many of which are still maintained today. It’s the perfect spot to soak up the beautiful sunshine of New England and enjoy life by the sea. Newport has both private and public beaches that are simply stunning and offer the best of exclusive East Coast beach life.
 

What to Love

  • Historical mansions and architecture
  • Luxurious beachfront properties
  • Expansive outdoor recreation

Local Lifestyle

The lifestyle in Newport is high-end, elegant, and luxurious. Newport is filled with New England charm and the beauty and exclusivity of living by the sea. With beautiful beaches, large, luxurious homes, and a fantastic dining scene, Newport is one of New England's best places to live. If you love luxury and appreciate the deep history of New England, Newport will be the perfect place for you.
 

Dining, Entertainment & Shopping

Newport has an incredible shopping and dining scene. White Horse Tavern is the epitome of delightful cuisine in Newport. Set in a historical building from 1673, White Horse Tavern serves a New American menu that focuses on seasonal and local ingredients, as well as an extensive collection of rum cocktails. History mixed with luxurious opulence is what this establishment is all about.
 
Along the waterfront, 22 Bowen’s Wine Bar and Grill is an upscale venue serving steak and locally caught seafood. With a classy, nautically inspired dining room, 22 Bowen’s Wine Bar and Grill brings the perfect high-end New England coastal atmosphere.
One Bellevue is located in a beautiful, historic hotel building. One Bellevue also features a stunning bar and wine menu that is filled with the best cuts of steaks and seafood. 
 
The Mooring Seafood Kitchen and Bar is another elegant option for seafood along the Newport coastline. Beautiful views of the harbor are complemented by sunsets, changing the sky to a brilliant tangerine at dinner time. 
 

Things to Do

Newport is teeming with fantastic activities to do for the entire family, many of which center around the beautiful coastline. King Park Beach is a lovely public beach park featuring some of the best sunsets in Newport. Gentle waves, beautiful scenery, and sparkling shells make this part a favorite with locals.
 
Marble House is an elegant, historic mansion that was once a summer home for the Vanderbilts. Today, the house is converted into a museum showcasing the property's opulence and luxury. The Breakers is another luxurious mansion once owned by the Vanderbilts, now turned into a museum. This opulent summer home was designed with a Palancial, Gilded style and features both an indoor and garden area open to the public.
 
The Cliff Walk is one of the best hikes in New England. The trail winds around the ocean's cliffs with views of the historic mansions along the coast.
 

Schools

Newport is served by Newport Public School District and has many private options for families in the community.
 
 
 

Overview for Newport, RI

23,460 people live in Newport, where the median age is 37.7 and the average individual income is $50,175. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

23,460

Total Population

37.7 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$50,175

Average individual Income

Demographics and Employment Data for Newport, RI

Newport has 10,171 households, with an average household size of 2.15. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Newport do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 23,460 people call Newport home. The population density is 3,223.38 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

23,460

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

37.7

Median Age

46.79 / 53.21%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

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0-9 Years

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10-17 Years

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18-24 Years

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25-64 Years

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65-74 Years

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75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
10,171

Total Households

2.15

Average Household Size

$50,175

Average individual Income

Households with Children

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Marital Status

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Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

Schools in Newport, RI

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The following schools are within or nearby Newport. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
Type
Name
Category
Grades
School rating
St Michaels Country Day School
PRIVATE
PreK - 8th
No rating available
Claiborne Pell Elementary
PUBLIC
PreK - 4th
1/5
Frank E. Thompson Middle
PUBLIC
5th - 8th
1/5
PUBLIC
9th - 12th
2/5
Newport Area Career Technical Center
PUBLIC
9th - 12th
No rating available
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