Where is Newport East, Rhode Island, USA?

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Where is Newport East Located? - Newport East is a city located in the Newport County of Rhode Island, United States. Newport East lies between 41.3683798 Degrees North latitudes and 82.1076486 Degrees West longitudes.

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Where is Newport East, Rhode Island

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Where is Newport East Located?

Newport East is a city located in the Newport County of Rhode Island, United States. Newport East lies between 41.3683798 Degrees North latitudes and 82.1076486 Degrees West longitudes. According to 2020 U.S.census, the population of Newport East city is 12337 people and the city has a total area of 5.75 sq mi. The city has numerous parks and recreational facilities.

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Newport East, Rhode Island Quick Facts

AttributeInformation
CityNewport East
CountyNewport County
StateRhode Island
State CapitalProvidence
US RegionNortheast (New England)
Latitude41.5123° N
Longitude71.3017° W
Elevation85 ft (26 m)
Land Area1.63 sq mi
Water Area0.02 sq mi
Total Area1.65 sq mi
Population (2020 Census)11,062
Population DensityApproximately 6,787 per sq mi
ZIP Code02842
Area Code401
Time Zone StandardEastern Standard Time (EST, UTC−5)
Time Zone DaylightEastern Daylight Time (EDT, UTC−4)
CurrencyUnited States Dollar (USD)
FIPS Code44-51580
Congressional DistrictRhode Island's 1st Congressional District

Transportation and Connectivity in Newport East

CategoryInformation
Airport NameT.F. Green International Airport
IATA CodePVD
Nearest General Aviation AirportNewport State Airport
Major HighwaysU.S. Route 1, Rhode Island Route 138, Rhode Island Route 114
Rail ServiceNearby Amtrak and MBTA commuter rail connections
Public TransitRhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA) bus service
Regional ConnectionsAccess to Aquidneck Island and Narragansett Bay region
  • Newport East is located on Aquidneck Island near the cities of Newport and Middletown.
  • U.S. Route 1 provides connections to Providence, Boston, and southern New England.
  • Rhode Island Route 138 connects the area with Jamestown, North Kingstown, and regional destinations.
  • T.F. Green International Airport provides commercial air service approximately 30 miles away.

Top Places to Visit in Newport East, Rhode Island

Landmark NameType
Newport Historic DistrictHistoric Area
Cliff WalkScenic Coastal Trail
Easton's BeachBeach Recreation Area
Fort Adams State ParkHistoric State Park
The BreakersHistoric Mansion
Marble HouseHistoric Mansion
Norman Bird SanctuaryNature Preserve
Sachuest Point National Wildlife RefugeWildlife Area
Newport HarborWaterfront Attraction
Green Animals Topiary GardenGarden Attraction

Driving Distances from Newport East, Rhode Island to Nearby Cities

CityStateDistance (mi)Approx. Drive Time
NewportRhode Island515 minutes
MiddletownRhode Island310 minutes
Fall RiverMassachusetts2535 minutes
ProvidenceRhode Island3545 minutes
New BedfordMassachusetts3545 minutes
WarwickRhode Island3545 minutes
BostonMassachusetts751 hour 30 minutes
WorcesterMassachusetts901 hour 45 minutes
New HavenConnecticut1102 hours
HartfordConnecticut1102 hours

Colleges and Universities Near Newport East, Rhode Island

Institution NameTypeLevelNotable For
Salve Regina UniversityPrivateUniversityLiberal arts, nursing, business, and historic campus
Newport County Campus – Community College of Rhode IslandPublicCommunity CollegeAssociate degrees, workforce training, and transfer programs
University of Rhode IslandPublicUniversityMarine science, engineering, pharmacy, and research
Roger Williams UniversityPrivateUniversityLaw, architecture, marine studies, and business
Rhode Island CollegePublicCollegeEducation, nursing, arts, and sciences

Waterbodies Near Newport East, Rhode Island

Narragansett Bay, Sakonnet River, Easton Pond, Atlantic Ocean, and nearby coastal waterways of Aquidneck Island.

Stadiums and Sports Facilities in Newport East

Nearby Middletown High School athletic facilities, Newport County YMCA facilities, Glen Farm recreation areas, and Newport-area sports venues.

Newport East, Rhode Island — Key Historical Facts

  • Newport East is a residential community located within Middletown on Aquidneck Island in Newport County.
  • The area shares the history of Aquidneck Island, which was settled by English colonists in the seventeenth century.
  • Nearby Newport developed as an important colonial port, maritime center, and cultural destination.
  • The region played roles in colonial trade, shipbuilding, fishing, and naval activities.
  • The growth of tourism and coastal recreation shaped the modern identity of the Newport County area.
  • Today, Newport East is recognized for its suburban neighborhoods, proximity to Newport attractions, beaches, and access to Narragansett Bay.

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