New Albany, PA

Pennsylvania

New Albany is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 318. Residents earn $72,750 per year, which is 3% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
318 Population 723/sq mi density
$72,750 Median Income $38,340 per capita
$112,500 Home Value $199,664 Zillow
$924 Median Rent 21.0% income on rent
46°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$72,750 median income, 4.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$112,500 home value, $924/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $72,750
3% lower than US avg
Home Value $112,500
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.0%
79% lower than US avg
Median Rent $924
21% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.1%
14% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.0%
19% lower than US avg

How New Albany Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population318
Median Age28.3 yrs
Density723/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans2.6%

Economy

B+
Median Income$72,750
Per Capita$38,340
Unemployment4.1%
Poverty10.0%
County GDP$327M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$112,500
Rent$924
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$199,664
Rent Burden21.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain43.4 in/yr
Elevation1,363 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.0%
High School+93.5%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%
Commute27 min
Broadband86.8%
Libraries1

Is New Albany a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, New Albany receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing. New Albany offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in New Albany is $72,750, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.1%, indicating a healthy job market. 10.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in New Albany is $112,500, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $924 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

New Albany experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.4 inches, including 41.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

New Albany has a population of 318 with a density of 723 people per square mile. The median age is 28.3 years, 27% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.6%), with 2.5% Hispanic.

Population

318
Total Population
723
People / sq mi
28.3yrs
Median Age
27% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.3%
Female 48.7%

Race & Ethnicity

New Albany vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.8%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.2%
91% below US avg

Social Characteristics

New Albany vs U.S. Average

The median household income in New Albany is $72,750, which is 3% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: New Albany vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$72,750
3% below US avg
Per Capita Income$38,340
Avg Weekly Wage$793
IRS Avg AGI$77,482

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.1%
14% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.0%
19% below US avg
Establishments (County)181
County GDP$327M

Business (County)

Restaurants22
Healthcare17
Retail24

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,700
63% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.07%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.4 min
Drive Alone88.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in New Albany is $112,500, 60% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $924 (21% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $199,664.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$112,500
60% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$199,664

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$21
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio74.5%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$924
21% below US avg
Rent Burden21.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$900
1 Bedroom$996
2 Bedrooms$1,225
3 Bedrooms$1,570
4 Bedrooms$1,744

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied56.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,700
63% above US avg
Effective Rate5.07%

Health Metrics: New Albany vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.7%
Premature Death9,177/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access38.4%
Healthcare Facilities17

Crime Rates: New Albany vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

New Albany has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average46.1°F
15% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.4 inches
14% above US avg
Snowfall41.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,363 ft (415 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density723/sq mi
Coordinates41.6012°N, 76.4460°W
County FIPS42113
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 7.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (79% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 46.9-point margin. 86.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.1%
D 26.2%

Winner: Republican by 46.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.0%
79% below US avg
High School+93.5%
School Test Score5.95
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density723/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.8%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities17
Restaurants22
Retail Stores24

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.4 min
Drive Alone88.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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