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Newport News, VA vs Reston, VA
Newport News, VA vs Reston, VA: What the data shows
Newport News, VA is in Newport News, VA while Reston, VA is in Reston, VA — both in the same state. On home prices, Newport News, VA is the more affordable option at $223,800 median — $339,100 less than Reston, VA's $562,900. WYLT rates Newport News, VA as “Think twice” — a neighborhood that warrants careful research before committing — and Reston, VA as “Good for now” — a solid choice worth serious consideration.
Reston, VA has the stronger safety profile of the two. Newport News, VA has Moderate violent crime and Moderate property crime. Reston, VA has Low violent crime and Moderate property crime. On environmental risk, Newport News, VA has Low flood risk and Reston, VA has Low flood risk.
Newport News, VA is the more walkable neighborhood. Newport News, VA scores 13/100 (car-dependent) versus Reston, VA's 7/100 (car-dependent). For families weighing school quality, Reston, VA has the higher school rating — Newport News, VA rates 8.4/10 and Reston, VA rates 8.7/10.
| Category | Newport News, VA | Reston, VA |
|---|---|---|
| Housing | ||
| Verdict | Think twice | Good for now |
| Median Price | $224K ✓ Lower price | $563K |
| Median Rent | $1K ✓ Lower rent | $2K |
| Median Income | $65K | $120K ✓ Higher income |
| Price Volatility | Low ✓ More stable | Moderate |
| Getting Around | ||
| Walk Score | 13/100 ✓ More walkable | 7/100 |
| Transit Score | 1/100 | 10/100 ✓ Better transit |
| Bike Score | N/A | 25/100 ✓ More bikeable |
| Commute | 60 min | 45 min ✓ Shorter commute |
| Safety & Environment | ||
| Safety Grade | D+ | B ✓ Safer |
| Violent Crime | Moderate | Low ✓ Lower risk |
| Property Crime | Moderate | Moderate |
| Flood Risk | Low | Low |
| Air Quality | Moderate | Good ✓ Cleaner air |
| Community | ||
| Schools | 8.4/10 | 8.7/10 ✓ Better schools |
| Best for | Families with kidsPeople with moderate incomesThose looking for lower housing costs than NYC | FamiliesRemote workersPet owners |
Bottom line
Both neighborhoods have distinct trade-offs — review the data above to find your best fit.
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