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

    Diversity
    A+
    Based on ethnic and economic diversity.
    Population
    180,145
    Unemployment Rate
    4.4%
    Poverty Rate
    15.5%
    Non-Citizens
    3.3%
    Poll
    What one word or phrase best describes the people who live in your area?
    Based on 33 responses
    • Military
      48%
    • Family oriented
      27%
    • Busy
      18%
    • to themselves
      6%

    Newport News Demographics

    Education Levels
    National
    • Master's degree or higher
      9%
      12%
    • Bachelor's degree
      16%
      19%
    • Some college or associate's degree
      36%
      29%
    • High school diploma or equivalent
      29%
      28%
    • Less than high school diploma
      10%
      13%
    Racial Diversity
    • White
      43%
    • African American
      40%
    • Hispanic
      9%
    • 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
      9%
    • 18-24 years
      12%
    • 25-34 years
      17%
    • 35-44 years
      12%
    • 45-54 years
      12%
    • 55-64 years
      12%
    • 65+ years
      12%
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    Income

    Median Household Income
    $51,884
    National
    $55,322
    Household Income Brackets
    • <$25k
      23%
    • $25-$44k
      21%
    • $45-$74k
      25%
    • $75-$149k
      25%
    • $150k+
      7%
    Median Individual Income
    $28,357
    National
    $27,419
    Individual Income Brackets
    • <$15k
      29%
    • $15-$34k
      30%
    • $35-$64k
      26%
    • $65k+
      15%

    Community

    Poll
    46%
    of residents say there is a good sense of community.35 responses
    Poll
    62%
    of people say LGBT residents are somewhat accepted.34 responses
    Poll
    What is the most helpful tip for a new resident to know before moving to your area?
    Based on 34 responses
    • Take some time to research locations and prices
      74%
    • Get involved in the community
      12%
    • Get to know your neighbors
      9%
    • Close to work
      3%
    • It's a small town, everyone knows everyone
      3%
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