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Newport, DE

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Newport, DE

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Demographics

DiverseSimpson's Diversity Index: 69
Population1,209
Foreign Born12.1%
Population Density2,591people per mi²
Median Age27.8 yrs
Demographics Trajectory
ChangingSince 2010, this city has seen significant changes in racial and ethnic composition in a short time.
Current Race / Ethnicity Breakdown
Population Trends

Quality of Life

Overall Quality Of Life
B-
Good

Above-average quality of iife. The area offers a reasonable cost of living, decent mobility, and a mix of neighborhood amenities.

Quality of Life blends cost of living, nearby amenities, socioeconomic signals, and neighborhood character. City-level scores represent the whole municipality; individual neighborhoods can differ.

Cost of Living

92/100

8% below national average

A

The Real Cost of Living in Newport, Delaware

TierIndividualFamily (4)
Survival $18k$34k
Comfortable $45k$66k
Luxury $92k+$142k+
Elite (Top 5%) $108k+$167k+
Affordability Ratio

91%

The Hood Index™

A metric tracking the socioeconomic signals of the area.

B
Hood Index scan area
Premium Lean62%
RisksNeutralGrowth
Premium
40
Positive
21
Poor
18
Negative
11

Groceries

8 within 10 miles

1.2mi

Gas

20 within 10 miles

1.3mi

Hospital

20 within 20 miles

1.7mi

Airport

PHL — Philadelphia International

22.2mi

Post Office

USPS — Newport, DE

1.3mi

Critical Amenities

Golf4Nearest 3.4 mi
Camping20Nearest 2.9 mi
Marina1Nearest 9.8 mi
Winery0Nearest 11.1 mi
Ice Rink1Nearest 6.9 mi
Gun Range0Nearest 13.4 mi

Affluence Level

Overall Affluence Grade
D-
Soft

A below-average socioeconomic profile. Incomes, home values, and educational attainment trail the U.S., with higher poverty and unemployment.

Median HHI
$60k-4.8%
20% below US avg
Est. Avg Net Worth
$256k
61% below US avg
College Educated
12.3%
65% below US avg
WFH
2.9%
80% below US avg
Homeownership
42.5%
35% below US avg
Median Home
$231k
18% below US avg

Crime

Overall Crime Grade
C-
Elevated

Higher crime rates than 61% of comparable U.S. locations.

Crime Rate
19.8
Incidents per 1,000 residents
5yr Trend
−53.0%
Overall crime change since 2020

Violent Crime

5yr−71.3%
Homicide
1.10 / 1k Residents2721% above state avg
Robbery
1.10 / 1k Residents188% above state avg
Aggravated Assault
1.10 / 1k Residents61% below state avg

Property Crime

5yr−34.7%
Burglary
2.20 / 1k Residents44% above state avg
Larceny-Theft
8.80 / 1k Residents27% below state avg
Motor Vehicle Theft
5.50 / 1k Residents197% above state avg
Source: FBI Crime Data · 2025

Political Climate

Cook PVI: D+8Leans Liberal

District shown is the primary district for this city’s centroid. Cities may span multiple districts.

Presidential Voting Trends for Newport, Delaware
Dem Rep
30%40%50%60%70%2000200420082012201620202024

Inherited from parent state — no local data available.

Personal Sovereignty

Personal Sovereignty measures your capacity for self-reliance and independence with minimal government friction. Higher scores mean fewer barriers between you and the way you want to live... but it assumes you have the space you need and good neighbors.

Overall Sovereignty Grade
B
Self-Reliant

Viable for self-reliance. Generally workable, though some barriers may limit total independence.

State Policy

Tax Burden
F
Poor12.4% of income
Property Rights
C-
FairIJ Grade C-
Firearm Rights
F
PoorFPC Grade F
Homeschooling
A-
GoodLow regulation

Energy independence: Importer (2% of energy produced in-state)

Personal Liberty

Raw Milk
A-
OpenFarm sales legal
Gambling Laws
A+
Fully OpenCasinos · Poker · Sportsbetting
Marijuana Laws
A+
Fully LegalRecreational

Homesteading

Growing Season230 days293 frost-free
Annual Rainfall60.0"
Elevation56 ft

Strategic Assessment

Strategic Assessment grades tactical survivability using Joel Skousen's Strategic Relocation framework. Major population centers, blast zones, natural disasters, and border exposure all drive risk — lower exposure means a more defensible position in a crisis.

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Overall Strategic Grade
D-
Vulnerable

Multiple tactical vulnerabilities. Population density, target proximity, or disaster risk are likely compounding. A retreat property and exit planning is required.

Strategic Pillars

City Proximity
F
Poor109 mi to nearest major city
Pop. Density
D-
Poor2,591/sq mi
Fallout Danger
C-
Weak12 within ~30 mi
Natural Disaster
F
PoorInland Flooding, Cold Wave, Earthquake, Heat Wave, Tornado
Border / Coast
B
Fairborder 266 mi · coast 64 mi
FEMA Expected Loss$202.2M/yrfor the county

Key Distances

Nearest Major CityPhiladelphia1.6M people are 29 mi away
Nearest Major AirportPHL22 mi away
Distance to State Capital39 miDover, DE
Nearest Prison4.4 mi3 within 25 mi

* Values derived from national, state, county, city and local statistics and may differ in a specific area. Last updated: 2026-04-22T10:36:30.000Z

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