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Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Newport

Newport, AR has 7 affordable and income-based rental properties with 262 total units across the city. Of the 4 properties with inspection scores on record, 3 rated excellent and 1 rated good, suggesting well-maintained options for renters. The median asking rent in Newport is $597 per month, according to Census ACS 5-Year data.

7
Properties
262
Total units
93/100
Avg HUD score

At a glance

🏠 Affordability
$597/mo

Affordability

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (as of 2024), the median gross rent in Newport is $597 per month and the median household income is $34,764 per year, with 45% of residents renting their homes. Newport's 4 HUD-assisted and income-based properties, totaling 164 units, offer an important option for renters seeking housing at below-market costs in this community.

Census ACS 5-Year
🛡️ Safety
530 / 100k · 2024

Safety

According to FBI Crime Data Explorer, the Newport Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 530 per 100,000 residents in 2024. Crime rates are not directly comparable across cities due to differences in reporting practices and local definitions.

FBI Crime Data Explorer
🚶 Getting around
Walk Score 7 · Car-Dependent

Getting Around Newport

According to Walk Score, the area around Newport's assisted properties scores 7 out of 100 (Car-Dependent) for walkability and 38 out of 100 for bikeability. No Transit Score is available for this area. Most errands and trips will require a personal vehicle.

Walk Score
🎓 Schools
4 schools · 2 districts

Schools

According to NCES Common Core of Data, 4 public schools across 2 districts serve Newport, including 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 2 high schools. Ratings vary by school and district, so renters should check the assigned schools for a specific address.

NCES Common Core of Data
📊 Cost of living
$34,764 median income

Cost of Renting in Newport, AR

The median household income in Newport is $34,764 per year, according to Census ACS 5-Year data. With a median gross rent of $597 per month (Census ACS 5-Year), income-based housing can be a meaningful option for renters looking to keep housing costs manageable.

Affordable and income-based rentals in Newport include 4 properties with a combined 164 units. Rents at HUD-assisted and LIHTC properties are tied to your income or to local income limits, rather than the open market rate.

  • Median household income: $34,764 per year (Census ACS 5-Year)
  • Median market rent: $597 per month (Census ACS 5-Year)
  • Share of households that rent: 45% (Census ACS 5-Year)
Census ACS 5-Year
🌊 Environment & risk

Environment & Flood Risk

All 4 assisted properties in Newport have been mapped for flood zone status. None are located in a high-risk flood zone, which is a reassuring finding for renters concerned about flood exposure.

FEMA · EPA AirNow
HUD Inspection Scoresavg 93/100(4 of 7 scored)
90+ (3)70–89 (1)No score (3)

7 properties on the map

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About Affordable Housing in Newport, AR

Newport is a small Arkansas city situated along the Black River, where nearly half of all households rent their homes, according to Census ACS 5-Year data. Lease Lantern tracks 4 HUD-assisted and income-based properties here, covering 164 units across the city.

Property Conditions

All 4 tracked properties have been scored, and the results are encouraging. Based on HUD inspection data, 3 properties earned an Excellent rating and 1 earned a Good rating, with no properties falling into Fair or Poor categories.

Flood Risk

None of the 4 mapped properties carry a high flood-risk designation, which is a reassuring finding for renters in a river community.

Rent and Income Context

The median monthly rent in Newport is $597 and the median household income is $34,764 annually, according to Census ACS 5-Year data. Income-based housing programs can be a meaningful resource for renters here.

Getting Around

Newport scores a 7 (Car-Dependent) for walkability and 38 for bikeability, according to Walk Score. Most daily errands will require a vehicle.

Schools

According to NCES Common Core of Data, Newport is served by 2 school districts operating 4 public schools, including 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 2 high schools.

Public Safety

The Newport Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 530 per 100,000 residents in 2024, according to the FBI Crime Data Explorer.

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Eligibility & how to apply

Arkansas income limits (2026)Arkansas public housing authoritiesSection 8 waitlists in Arkansas

Helpful guides

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