NS NEWPORT
NAVY
Newport, RI
United States
NS NEWPORT
NAVY
Newport, RI
United States
NS Newport
Base Essentials
Home of the Naval War College and Naval Station Newport on Narragansett Bay in Rhode Island — a prestige military education and leadership development posting with New England charm and New England prices.
Base Details
Type
Naval Station
Branch
NAVY
Command
CNIC
Status
Active
Est.
1883
Acres
1,200
Active Duty
4,000
Civilian
3,000
Population
260,000
Economic Impact
$1.5 billion
NS Newport History
Naval Station Newport in Rhode Island has origins dating to 1883 and is home to the Naval War College, the Navy's premier institution for strategic and operational education. The station also hosts Officer Training Command Newport, where Officer Candidate School and other commissioning programs are conducted, as well as the Naval Undersea Warfare Center. Newport is the intellectual center of the Navy, producing strategically minded officers and advancing naval warfare concepts.
Units Stationed
Unit
Nickname
Type
Naval War College
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Officer Training Command Newport
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Naval Undersea Warfare Center
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Historic Timeline
1869
Naval Station Newport Established
1884
Naval War College Founded at Newport
1951
Naval Education and Training Command Established
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1869
Naval Station Newport Established
Naval Station Newport was established in 1869 on Aquidneck Island in Narragansett Bay, Rhode Island, providing the Navy with a protected deep-water harbor on the northeastern coast. It became a hub for torpedo development and naval experimentation in the late 19th century.
1884
Naval War College Founded at Newport
The Naval War College was founded at Newport in 1884 as the world's first institution for the advanced study of naval warfare and strategy. Alumni include Fleet Admirals Chester Nimitz and Ernest King, and the college continues to educate senior naval leaders from the U.S. and allied nations.
1951
Naval Education and Training Command Established
Newport became a major center for Navy officer training and professional military education in the postwar era, hosting the Naval War College, Officer Candidate School, and numerous Navy schools. The installation educates thousands of officers annually from the Navy, other services, and allied nations.
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NS Newport Base Gates
Entry points, hours, and access requirements for NS Newport.
Gate hours can change suddenly during special exercises, holidays, and operational periods. We always recommend confirming details before you travel.
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PCS & Newcomers
Everything you need to know for your move to NS Newport.
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Naval Station Newport — Fleet and Family Support Center (FFSC)
Phone
(401) 841-3275Hours
Mon–Fri, 0730–1630
In-Processing
Sailors, Marines, and officers attending the Naval War College or Navy school commands arriving at Naval Station Newport report to their gaining command during duty hours. NS Newport hosts the Naval War College, Naval Station, Surface Warfare Officers School (SWOS), Naval Justice School, and various fleet training groups. The command administrative office initiates check-in and coordinates in-processing appointments.
In-processing covers PSD for pay and records, medical enrollment at the Naval Health Clinic New England (Newport Division), housing coordination, and base orientation. The FFSC at (401) 841-3275 coordinates the mandatory Newcomers Orientation covering Newport-area community resources, school information, and Rhode Island living — a very high cost-of-living area.
NS Newport is located in Newport, Rhode Island — a historic New England coastal city known for its Gilded Age mansions, sailing heritage, and New England charm. The area offers outstanding history and culture but at a very high cost of living. Housing search should begin immediately upon receiving orders; the Newport/Providence metro housing market is competitive and expensive.
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Housing & BAH
On-post housing, cost of living, and BAH info for NS Newport.
On-post family housing at Naval Station Newport is managed through the Navy's MHPI program. Given Newport's location in one of New England's most scenic and expensive communities, on-post housing is competitive and popular. The on-post residential communities offer homes convenient to the training and administrative facilities. NS Newport is located in Newport, Rhod…
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$2,000/mo
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Schools & Education
K-12 schools, colleges, and education resources near NS Newport.
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Where To Live
Naval Station Newport and Naval War College are located on Aquidneck Island in Rhode Island — one of America's most historically and scenically distinguished small states. Newport's gilded-age mansions, sailing culture, and New England charm make it a unique assignment. Rhode Island is compact, giving families access to Providence, Boston, and Cape Cod from the same address.
Middletown
Suburban
The community immediately north of Newport on Aquidneck Island, Middletown is the most practical choice for NS Newport families — Middletown Public Schools are better-regarded than Newport City, housing is somewhat more affordable, and Easton's Beach and Second Beach provide exceptional Atlantic Ocean beach access. The commute to base is minimal. Middletown's suburban character contrasts pleasantly with Newport's tourist intensity.
Commute: 8 min
Schools: Middletown Public Schools
Families with kids
Retirees
Dual military
Outdoorsy types
Second Beach and Easton's Beach access, better schools than Newport, quieter than Newport proper, Sachuest Point Wildlife Refuge
Newport
Urban
Newport proper is one of America's most beautiful and historically rich small cities. The Naval War College is embedded in the city, and living in Newport itself places families within walking distance of the mansions, the Cliff Walk, Thames Street dining, and Newport Harbor sailing. Newport Public Schools have challenges, leading many families with children to Middletown. For singles and couples without school-age kids, living in Newport is incomparable.
Commute: 5 min
Schools: Newport Public Schools
Single service members
Retirees
Outdoorsy types
Dual military
Gilded Age mansion tours, Cliff Walk, Newport Folk and Jazz Festivals, sailing culture, one of America's most beautiful small cities
Portsmouth
Small Town
The northernmost community on Aquidneck Island, Portsmouth offers more land, quieter neighborhoods, Portsmouth Public Schools, and farms and orchards that feel worlds away from Newport's bustle. The commute to NS Newport runs 15–20 minutes south through Middletown. Families who want a rural-edge New England lifestyle with access to everything Aquidneck Island offers often choose Portsmouth.
Commute: 18 min
Schools: Portsmouth Public Schools
Families with kids
Pet owners
Retirees
Outdoorsy types
Quietest Aquidneck Island option, farm character, Portsmouth schools, Mt. Hope Bridge to Bristol/Providence access
Taxes & Finance
State tax policy and financial info for service members at NS Newport.
State Income Tax
Has state income tax
Military Pay
Partially exempt
Retirement Pay
Partially exempt
Vehicle Tax Exempt
Yes
Military Pay Details
Rhode Island provides a deduction for active duty military pay for Rhode Island legal residents. Rhode Island income tax…
Spouse Income Tax
Under MSRRA, military spouses may maintain their legal domicile outside Rhode Island for Rhode Island income tax purpose…
Vehicle Registration
Rhode Island levies an annual motor vehicle excise tax based on vehicle value. Military members who are not Rhode Island…
Property Tax
Rhode Island has moderate to high property tax rates, particularly in Newport County. Newport and Middletown have rates…
Pet Policies at NS Newport
Pet policies, vet services, and resources at NS Newport.
Emergency Vet
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On-Base Vet Clinic
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Restricted Breeds
8
Prohibited Animals
4
Dog Parks
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Boarding & Kennels
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Pet Guidance
2
Max Pets
Facilities & Services
On-base services and facilities at NS Newport.
Commissary
1
Newport Naval Station Commissary
Exchange
NEX
Mon–Sat 9:00 AM – 8:00 PM; Sun 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Medical
1
Naval Health Clinic New England – Newport — Clinic
Childcare & Youth
CDC Available
MWR & Recreation
1
Fitness Center
Employment & Education
Coming soon
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about NS Newport.
01
What are the visitor gate hours?
Gate 1 (Main Gate) is the main visitor access gate and is open 24 hours a day. Other gates are restricted to military and DoD ID holders — see the Gates section for full schedules.
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02
How do visitor passes work?
Visitors must be sponsored by someone with base access and should contact the installation's Visitor Control Center in advance with their government-issued ID and vehicle info. Day passes are issued at the gate; extended access may require additional coordination.
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What is BAH and how is it calculated?
BAH (Basic Allowance for Housing) is a monthly stipend based on your pay grade, dependency status, and the duty station ZIP code — it is not counted as taxable income. Rates are updated each January; use the BAH Calculator in the Finance section to see current figures for NS Newport.
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What should I do first after receiving PCS orders?
Contact the gaining installation's housing office and military transportation office (TMO/PPSO) immediately after orders are issued. Apply for on-base housing right away — waitlists at many installations run 6–18 months.
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Does TRICARE cover local providers?
TRICARE covers both the on-base military treatment facility and authorized civilian providers in the surrounding community. Use the provider finder at tricare.mil to confirm in-network options near NS Newport.
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