Newport, Rhode Island

Newport is a city located in Newport County, Rhode Island.

Demographics

As of the census{{GR|2}} of 2000, there are 26,475 people, 11,566 households, and 5,644 families residing in the city.

Related Topics:
Census - 2000

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The population density is 1,287.4/km² (3,336.3/mi²).

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There are 13,226 housing units at an average density of 643.1/km² (1,666.7/mi²).

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The racial makeup of the city is 84.12% White, 7.75% African American, 0.85% Native American, 1.33% Asian, 0.09% Pacific Islander, 2.41% from other races, and 3.44% from two or more races.

Related Topics:
White - African American - Native American - Asian - Pacific Islander - Other races

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5.54% of the population are Hispanic or Latino of any race.

Related Topics:
Hispanic - Latino

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There are 11,566 households out of which 22.9% have children under the age of 18 living with them, 32.3% are married couples living together, 13.6% have a female householder with no husband present, and 51.2% are non-families.

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39.4% of all households are made up of individuals and 10.9% have someone living alone who is 65 years of age or older.

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The average household size is 2.11 and the average family size is 2.86.

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In the city the population is spread out with 19.6% under the age of 18, 14.6% from 18 to 24, 31.5% from 25 to 44, 21.4% from 45 to 64, and 12.9% who are 65 years of age or older. The median age is 35 years.

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For every 100 females there are 92.9 males.

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For every 100 females age 18 and over, there are 90.9 males.

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The median income for a household in the city is $40,669, and the median income for a family is $54,116. Males have a median income of $37,780 versus $27,492 for females. The per capita income for the city is $25,441.

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14.4% of the population and 12.9% of families are below the poverty line.

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Out of the total population, 23.8% of those under the age of 18 and 8.3% of those 65 and older are living below the poverty line.

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