Newport is a city located in Jackson County, in the state of Arkansas (AR), United States. Nestled in the West South Central division of the South region, it covers an area of 13.0 square miles (34.0 km²) and sits at an elevation of N/A. With a population of approximately 7,811 residents, Newport offers a peaceful, rural atmosphere.
The town's population is composed of about 45.92% males and 54.08% females, and it has a population density of 600.85 people per square mile (231.99/km²). Newport lies at a latitude of 35.61 and a longitude of -91.26, operating in the UTC-6.
Locals reflect a blend of American ancestry, with roots primarily in United States (12.7%), followed by English (5.9%), German (4.8%), and Scotch-Irish (1.9%) heritage. The town is identified by the ZIP code 72112.