Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 34.3 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.36 |
| Below Poverty | 14.6% ▲ 46% above avg |
| College Grads | 40.4% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 5.5% ▲ 13% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 1,615 (1.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 31,958 (28%) |
| Some College | 14,995 (13.2%) |
| Associates | 19,106 (16.8%) |
| Bachelors | 12,582 (11%) |
| Graduate Degree | 33,690 (29.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $66,006 ▼ 14% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $240,474 ▼ 14% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,299/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 83,428 |
| Vacant Units | 6,145 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Newport News (city) County is located in Virginia and encompasses 11 ZIP codes spanning 2 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 187,554 residents. With a median age of 34.32, it is a relatively young county.
Newport News (city) County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $66,006 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 5.5%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 14.6% is above the national average.
Housing in Newport News (city) County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $240,474 — near the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,298.
The residents of Newport News (city) County are racially diverse, with Black as the largest group at 40.7%. Educational attainment is well-educated — 40.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Newport News (city) County, VA is a solidly middle-class area in Virginia. The 11 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23604 | Fort Eustis | 4,768 | $73,472 | — | $1,828 | 1.6% | 35.6% |
| 23601 | Newport News | 26,557 | $71,345 | $235,600 | $1,231 | 4.0% | 43.6% |
| 23602 | Newport News | 42,699 | $72,487 | $270,200 | $1,446 | 4.6% | 47.8% |
| 23603 | Newport News | 3,428 | $85,762 | $253,100 | $1,430 | 8.4% | 39.4% |
| 23605 | Newport News | 13,334 | $52,899 | $178,400 | $1,187 | 6.1% | 27.1% |
| 23606 | Newport News | 29,899 | $69,921 | $296,900 | $1,327 | 4.6% | 47.0% |
| 23607 | Newport News | 23,028 | $42,904 | $146,400 | $1,104 | 9.6% | 28.1% |
| 23608 | Newport News | 43,841 | $67,556 | $243,300 | $1,245 | 5.9% | 37.8% |