Newport County's 2026 population is estimated at 82,718, reflecting a -0.45% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Newport County is the 4th largest county in Rhode Island. The 2010 population was 83,186 and has grown -0.56% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 46.9 years
Female: 49.2 years
Male: 44.6 years
There are 71,106 adults, (21,606 of whom are seniors) in Newport County.
Female: 42,794 (50.5%)
Male: 41,863 (49.5%)
The racial composition of Newport County includes 83.69% White, 3.44% Black or African American, and smaller percentages for other race, Asian, Native American, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 70,849 | 83.69% |
| Two or more races | 6,661 | 7.87% |
| Black or African American | 2,916 | 3.44% |
| Other race | 2,522 | 2.98% |
| Asian | 1,448 | 1.71% |
| Native American | 171 | 0.2% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 90 | 0.11% |
Newport County 's average per capita income is $61,038. Household income levels show a median of $103,514. The poverty rate stands at 8.49%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $150,895 | $193,146 |
| Families | $135,124 | $173,049 |
| Households | $103,514 | $138,641 |
| Non Families | $62,411 | $82,969 |
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