Newport News, VA
NEWPORT NEWS, VIRGINIA: Demographic and Financial Snapshot
(Last updated on 1.8.21)
AGE IN NEWPORT NEWS, VIRGINIA
| Age Range | Population | Percent |
| 20 to 24 years | 15,577 | 8.6% |
| 25 to 29 years | 16,336 | 9.1% |
| 30 to 34 years | 14,142 | 7.9% |
| 35 to 39 years | 10,954 | 6.1% |
| 40 to 44 years | 10,441 | 5.8% |
| 45 to 49 years | 9,936 | 5.5% |
| 50 to 54 years | 11,345 | 6.3% |
| 55 to 59 years | 10,991 | 6.1% |
| 60 to 64 years | 9,819 | 5.5% |
| 65 to 69 years | 7,719 | 4.3% |
| 70 to 74 years | 5,108 | 2.8% |
| 75 to 79 years | 4,323 | 2.4% |
| 80 to 84 years | 2,376 | 1.3% |
| 85+ years | 2,768 | 1.5% |
The median age in Newport News is 33.3 years
Source: US Census Data; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Age
ETHNICITY IN NEWPORT NEWS, VIRGINIA
| Ethnicity | Population | Percent |
| White | 87,026 | 48.3% |
| Black or African American | 73,725 | 40.9% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 426 | 0.2% |
| Asian | 5,695 | 3.2% |
| Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander | 366 | 0.2% |
| Other | 3,729 | 2.1% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Race
EDUCATION IN NEWPORT NEWS, VIRGINIA
| Education Level | Population | Percent |
| Less than 9th grade | 3,726 | 3.2% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma | 7,767 | 6.7% |
| High school graduate (includes GED) | 33,256 | 28.6% |
| Some college, no degree | 30,290 | 26.1% |
| Associate’s degree | 11,579 | 10.0% |
| Bachelor’s degree | 18,774 | 16.1% |
| Graduate or professional degree | 10,866 | 9.3% |
| High school graduate or higher | 104,765 | 90.1% |
| Bachelor’s degree or higher | 29,640 | 25.5% |
| Less than Bachelor’s degree | 86,618 | 74.5% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Education (population 25+ years)
HOUSEHOLD INCOME IN NEWPORT NEWS, VIRGINIA
| Annual Household Income | Percent |
| Less than $10,000 | 7.7% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 4.6% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 10.4% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 10.5% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 15.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 20.2% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 12.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 12.4% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 3.8% |
| $200,000 or more | 2.8% |
Median household income: $51,884
Mean household income: $66,183
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Household Income
HOUSEHOLD INCOME BY EDUCATION IN NEWPORT NEWS, VIRGINIA
| Education Level | Average Income |
| Less than high school graduate | $24,040 |
| High school graduate (includes GED) | $30,247 |
| Some college or Associate’s degree | $34,883 |
| Bachelor’s degree | $45,928 |
| Graduate or professional degree | $56,597 |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Median earnings in past 12 months by education (population 25+ years with earnings)
MARITAL STATUS IN NEWPORT NEWS, VIRGINIA
| Population | Percent | |
| Population 15+ years | 144,054 | NA |
| Never married | 55,789 | 38.7% |
| Now married (except separated) | 59,613 | 41.4% |
| Separated | 5,216 | 3.6% |
| Widowed | 7,089 | 4.9% |
| Divorced | 16,347 | 11.3% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Marital Status for population 15 years and over
POVERTY STATUS IN NEWPORT NEWS, VIRGINIA
| Population | Percent | |
| Living beneath poverty line | 26,138 | 15.3% |
Source: US Census; https://data.census.gov/cedsci
Survey/Program: American Community Survey (2018 estimates)
Data Point: Poverty Rate
HOUSING IN NEWPORT NEWS, VIRGINIA
| Owner-occupied housing units | 34,043 |
| Renter-occupied housing units | 35,281 |
| Single-family detached units | 39,153 |
| Homeownership rate | 49.1% |
| Vacancy rate | 10.7% |
| Renters rate | 50.9% |
| Average housing value | $213,964 |
| Average monthly owner cost (with mortgage) | $1,090 |
| Average rent | $877 |
Source: US Census; https://cbb.census.gov/rae/#
Survey/Program: 2009-2013 and the 2014-2018 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
Data Point: Housing Characteristics
SOCIOECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS IN NEWPORT NEWS, VIRGINIA
| Average income | $66,183 |
| Average household size | 2.47 |
| Percent population 16 years and over in labor force | 67.4% |
| Percent disabled | 15.6% |
| Percent with health coverage | 88.5% |
| Average travel time to work (in minutes) | 23.3 |
| Percent workers using public transportation | 3.3% |
| Percent veterans | 15.4% |
| Percent foreign born | 6.9% |
| Percent speaking Spanish at home | 2.0% |
Source: US Census; https://cbb.census.gov/rae/#
Survey/Program: 2009-2013 and the 2014-2018 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
Data Point: Socioeconomic Characteristics
CONSUMER SPENDING IN NEWPORT NEWS, VIRGINIA
| Total consumer expenditures per household | $55,755.89 |
| Alcoholic beverages | $433.54 |
| Alcoholic beverages consumed at home | $256.04 |
| Beer consumed away from home | $76.19 |
| Wine consumed away from home | $37.84 |
| Apparel & services | $1,629.87 |
| Men’s apparel | $311.62 |
| Women’s apparel | $542.50 |
| Children’s apparel | $251.33 |
| Boys’ apparel | $85.34 |
| Girls’ apparel | $93.73 |
| Footwear | $371.54 |
| Dining out (food away from home) | $2,796.86 |
| Dining out – Breakfast | $286.12 |
| Dining out – Lunch | $871.58 |
| Dining out – Dinner | $1,297.93 |
| Education | $1,143.42 |
| Entertainment / recreation | $2,394.92 |
| Club membership fees | $172.00 |
| Dating services | $0.64 |
| Pet food | $189.38 |
| Pet services | $47.54 |
| Food consumed at home | $3,923.51 |
| Bakery products consumed at home | $514.87 |
| Dairy products consumed at home | $400.21 |
| Fruits and vegetables consumed at home | $767.09 |
| Meat, poultry, fish, eggs consumed at home | $870.83 |
| Nonalcoholic beverages consumed at home | $385.29 |
| Snacks / other food products consumed at home | $1,370.51 |
| Health care | $4,346.05 |
| Medical services | $800.73 |
| Nonprescription drugs | $108.66 |
| Household Services | $1,515.73 |
| Care for the elderly and handicapped | $54.59 |
| Lawn and garden services | $316.52 |
| Housekeeping services | $125.43 |
| PC repair | $5.13 |
| Housing | $17,645.39 |
| Home improvements | $1,820.62 |
| Utilities, fuel, and public services | $3,661.14 |
| Phone services | $1,343.64 |
| Water | $533.05 |
| Life and other insurance | $319.78 |
| Pensions and social security | $5,923.98 |
| Personal care products and services | $674.60 |
| Hair care products | $81.31 |
| Personal care products | $289.57 |
| Local transportation | $6,448.92 |
| Gasoline | $1,692.34 |
| Vehicle maintenance and repair | $886.50 |
| Travel | $1,611.43 |
| Airline fares | $395.75 |
| Auto / truck rental on trips | $19.10 |
| Lodging on trips | $437.34 |
| Food and drink on trips | $391.34 |
| Entertainment on trips | $136.37 |
Source: US Census; https://cbb.census.gov/rae/#
Survey/Program: 2009-2013 and the 2014-2018 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates
Data Point: Consumer Spending (Consumer expenditures per household)
DEBT IN NEWPORT NEWS
| % with any debt in collections | 50% |
| Average debt in collections | $2,409 |
| % with medical debt in collections | 36% |
| Average medical debt in collections | $935 |
| % with student loan debt | 22% |
| Average student loan debt | $18,926 |
| Average monthly student loan payment | $151 |
| % with auto debt | 31% |
Source: Urban Institute; https://apps.urban.org/features/debt-interactive-map/
Survey/Program: Data from credit bureau data (2018) + the US Census Bureau’s American Community Survey (2017)
Data Point: Consumer Debt
UNEMPLOYMENT IN NEWPORT NEWS, VIRGINIA
| Year | Population | Percent |
| January 2019 | 3,791 | 4.3% |
| February 2019 | 3,547 | 4.0% |
| March 2019 | 3,291 | 3.7% |
| April 2019 | 2,721 | 3.1% |
| May 2019 | 2,920 | 3.3% |
| June 2019 | 3,207 | 3.6% |
| July 2019 | 3,314 | 3.6% |
| August 2019 | 3,254 | 3.6% |
| September 2019 | 2,863 | 3.2% |
| October 2019 | 2,812 | 3.1% |
| November 2019 | 2,678 | 3.0% |
| December 2019 | 2,758 | 3.1% |
| January 2020 | 3,498 | 3.9% |
| February 2020 | 3,218 | 3.6% |
| March 2020 | 3,787 | 4.2% |
| April 2020 | 12,398 | 14.0% |
| May 2020 | 11,003 | 12.2% |
| June 2020 | 10,332 | 11.4% |
| July 2020 | 10,772 | 11.6% |
| August 2020 | 8,467 | 9.3% |
| September 2020 | 8,095 | 9.1% |
| October 2020 | 6,360 | 7.2% |
Source: US Bureau of Labor Statistics; https://www.bls.gov/lau/data.htm
Survey/Program: Local Area Employment Statistics
Data Point: Unemployment totals (not seasonally adjusted)
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