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Newport News
#6 in Best Suburbs to Live in Norfolk Area
  • B
    Overall Grade
  • City in Virginia
  • 390 reviews
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    Newport News Residents

    Diversity
    A+
    Based on ethnic and economic diversity.
    Population
    185,069
    Unemployment Rate
    3.7%
    Poverty Rate
    14.7%
    Non-Citizens
    3.5%
    Poll
    What one word or phrase best describes the people who live in your area?
    Based on 38 responses
    • Military
      47%
    • Family oriented
      24%
    • Busy
      16%
    • to themselves
      8%
    • Nosy
      3%
    • Unique
      3%

    Newport News Demographics

    Education Levels
    • Master's degree or higher
      11%
      13%
    • Bachelor's degree
      18%
      21%
    • Some college or associate's degree
      35%
      29%
    • High school diploma or equivalent
      29%
      26%
    • Less than high school diploma
      8%
      11%
    Racial Diversity
    • White
      41%
    • African American
      40%
    • Hispanic
      10%
    • Two or more races
      4%
    • Asian
      3%
    • Other race
      1%
    • American Indian or Alaska native
      0%
    • Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander
      0%
    Gender
    • Female
      52%
    • Male
      48%
    Age
    • <10 years
      14%
    • 10-17 years
      10%
    • 18-24 years
      12%
    • 25-34 years
      17%
    • 35-44 years
      12%
    • 45-54 years
      11%
    • 55-64 years
      12%
    • 65+ years
      13%
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    Income

    Median Household Income
    $57,463
    National
    $69,021
    Household Income Brackets
    • <$25k
      20%
    • $25-$44k
      19%
    • $45-$74k
      24%
    • $75-$149k
      28%
    • $150k+
      9%
    Median Individual Income
    $31,071
    National
    $34,429
    Individual Income Brackets
    • <$15k
      26%
    • $15-$34k
      29%
    • $35-$64k
      27%
    • $65k+
      18%

    Community

    Poll
    40%
    of residents say there is a good sense of community. 40 responses
    Poll
    56%
    of people say LGBT residents are somewhat accepted. 39 responses
    Poll
    What is the most helpful tip for a new resident to know before moving to your area?
    Based on 39 responses
    • Take some time to research locations and prices
      74%
    • Get involved in the community
      10%
    • Get to know your neighbors
      10%
    • Close to work
      3%
    • It's a small town, everyone knows everyone
      3%
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