Newport

Newport is a small town on the Pend Oreille River, about an hour northeast of Spokane on US-2 at the Idaho state line. Buyers come for river and lake property, acreage and recreation in the surrounding national forest.

Overview for Newport, WA

2,269 people live in Newport, where the median age is 35.3 and the average individual income is $23,111. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

2,269

Total Population

35.3 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$23,111

Average individual Income

Demographics and Employment Data for Newport, WA

Newport has 879 households, with an average household size of 2.46. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Newport do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 2,269 people call Newport home. The population density is 1,546 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

2,269

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

35.3 years

Median Age

53 / 47%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

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0-9 Years

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10-17 Years

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18-24 Years

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25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
879

Total Households

2.46

Average Household Size

$23,111

Average individual Income

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Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

Schools in Newport, WA

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The following schools are within or nearby Newport. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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Living in Newport, WA

Newport is the county seat of Pend Oreille County, with about 2,100 residents. It sits right on the state line across from Oldtown, Idaho, roughly 50 miles from Spokane. The area draws buyers looking for river frontage, lake cabins, acreage and a slower pace while staying within driving distance of Spokane.

Things to Do

The Pend Oreille River is popular for boating, fishing and paddling. Diamond Lake and Sacheen Lake are a short drive south, and the Colville National Forest offers hiking, hunting and snowmobiling.

Schools

Newport is served by the Newport School District (about 960 students), which includes Sadie Halstead Middle School and Newport High School. Boundaries vary by address, so confirm them for any home you're considering.

Newport Real Estate FAQ

How far is Newport from Spokane?

About 50 miles, or roughly an hour's drive on US-2.

What should I know about buying waterfront or rural property near Newport?

Many properties use a private well and septic system, and waterfront homes can involve shoreline rules and flood zone checks. We help buyers line up the right inspections and questions.

What are homes selling for in Newport?

Prices change monthly. Call Rios & Co. at (509) 425-4898 for current Newport-area sales.

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