New Berlin, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

New Berlin is a small town in Illinois with a population of 1,366. Residents earn $68,125 per year, which is 9% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
1,366 Population 1,209/sq mi density
$68,125 Median Income $37,216 per capita
$153,600 Home Value $186,172 Zillow
$646 Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
73 Violent Crime/100K 0 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$68,125 median income, 2.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$153,600 home value, $646/mo rent
C
Safety
2.0 / 5.0
73 violent crimes/100K (81% below avg)
B+
Education
4.0 / 5.0
36.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,125
9% lower than US avg
Home Value $153,600
46% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 73/100K
81% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 36.9%
9% higher than US avg
Median Rent $646
44% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.9%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.3%
36% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.8%
45% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,366
Median Age36.9 yrs
Density1,209/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

A
Median Income$68,125
Per Capita$37,216
Unemployment2.3%
Poverty6.8%
County GDP$15,669M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$153,600
Rent$646
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$186,172

Crime

C
Violent73/100K
Property0/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary0/100K

Health

Obesity37.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.5%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain40.5 in/yr
Elevation653 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+36.9%
High School+96.4%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 47%
Commute27 min
Libraries13

Is New Berlin a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, New Berlin receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. New Berlin offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in New Berlin is $68,125, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. Only 6.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in New Berlin is $153,600, 46% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $646 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

New Berlin is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 73 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 0 per 100,000, 100% below the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 36.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

New Berlin experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

New Berlin has a population of 1,366 with a density of 1,209 people per square mile. The median age is 36.9 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.4%), with 1.2% Black.

Population

1,366
Total Population
1,209
People / sq mi
36.9yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45%
Female 55%

Race & Ethnicity

New Berlin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.6%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.4%
97% below US avg

Social Characteristics

New Berlin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in New Berlin is $68,125, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: New Berlin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,125
9% below US avg
Per Capita Income$37,216
Avg Weekly Wage$1,334
IRS Avg AGI$83,001

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.8%
45% below US avg
Establishments (County)4,970
County GDP$15,669M

Business (County)

Restaurants544
Healthcare489
Retail672
Manufacturing92

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,281
108% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.74%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.7 min
Work from Home15.7%

Walkability

The median home value in New Berlin is $153,600, 46% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $646 (44% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $186,172.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$153,600
46% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$186,172
Median List Price$259,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$259,900
$/Sq Ft$147
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.3%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$646
44% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$774
1 Bedroom$854
2 Bedrooms$1,063
3 Bedrooms$1,370
4 Bedrooms$1,561

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied79.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,281
108% above US avg
Effective Rate4.74%
In New Berlin, 37.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.5% report depression. 19.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.9%
18% above US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure30.1%
Asthma10.6%
COPD5.9%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.1%
Physical Inactivity19.2%
Depression23.5%
Mental Distress18.0%
Physical Distress11.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.4%
Checkup Rate76.2%
Premature Death8,880/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access87.6%
Healthcare Facilities489
New Berlin has a violent crime rate of 73 per 100,000 residents, 81% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 0 per 100,000 (100% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent73.2/100K
81% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery73.2/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft0.0/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)30

Safety Score

Safety GradeC
Safety Score2.0 / 5.0
New Berlin has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.9°F
2% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.5 inches
6% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation653 ft (199 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.9 km²)
Population Density1,209/sq mi
Coordinates39.7261°N, 89.9144°W
County FIPS17167
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 36.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (9% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 51.6%
D 46.6%

Winner: Republican by 5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+36.9%
9% above US avg
High School+96.4%
School Test Score5.34
B+ Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,209/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities489
Restaurants544
Retail Stores672

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)30
C Safety Grade (2.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.7 min
Work from Home15.7%

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