Newport News city, VA — Population & Demographics
Newport News city, VA has a population of 184,774. The median household income is $66,718 and the median age is 34.2.
184,774
Population
$66,718
Median Income
$243,300
Median Home Value
34.2
Median Age
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 42.3% |
| Black or African American | 41.0% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.2% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$66,718
Median Household Income
$37,475
Per Capita Income
11.6%
Poverty Rate
3.6%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$243,300
Median Home Value
$1,285
Median Rent
48.1%
Owner-Occupied
Education
91.8%
High School+
29.1%
Bachelor's+
Commute
1.9%
Drive Alone
9.3%
Work From Home
23.2 min
Avg Commute
Frequently Asked Questions
Newport News city, VA has a population of 184,774 according to Census ACS 2023 data.
The median household income in Newport News city, VA is $66,718, with 11.6% living below the poverty level.
The median home value in Newport News city, VA is $243,300, with median rent at $1,285.
Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.