New Berlin, NY

New York

New Berlin is a small town in New York with a population of 947. Residents earn $55,156 per year, which is 27% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
947 Population 885/sq mi density
$55,156 Median Income $27,248 per capita
$105,200 Home Value
N/A Median Rent 27.1% 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
3.1 / 5.0
$55,156 median income, 4.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$105,200 home value
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,156
27% lower than US avg
Home Value $105,200
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.3%
52% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.5%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.9%
36% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.4%
40% higher than US avg

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

People

Population947
Median Age43.3 yrs
Density885/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans4.6%

Economy

B
Median Income$55,156
Per Capita$27,248
Unemployment4.9%
Poverty17.4%
County GDP$3,518M
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$105,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden27.1%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.6%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain42.1 in/yr
Elevation1,143 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.3%
High School+86.3%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 54% / D 46%
Commute16 min
Broadband91.4%
EV Stations1
Libraries13

Is New Berlin a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, New Berlin receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. 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 $55,156, 27% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.9%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 17.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in New Berlin is $105,200, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

New Berlin experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.1 inches, including 77.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

New Berlin has a population of 947 with a density of 885 people per square mile. The median age is 43.3 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.6%).

Population

947
Total Population
885
People / sq mi
43.3yrs
Median Age
11% above 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 Only94.4%
20% above US avg
Spanish5.6%
58% below US avg

Social Characteristics

New Berlin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in New Berlin is $55,156, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 17.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: New Berlin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,156
27% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,248
Avg Weekly Wage$1,160
IRS Avg AGI$67,606

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.9%
36% above US avg
Poverty Rate17.4%
40% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,538
County GDP$3,518M

Business (County)

Restaurants190
Healthcare156
Retail243
Manufacturing56

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,079
102% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.73%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.5 min
Drive Alone71.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.5%

Walkability

The median home value in New Berlin is $105,200, 63% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$105,200
63% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden27.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,215
1 Bedroom$1,315
2 Bedrooms$1,579
3 Bedrooms$1,976
4 Bedrooms$2,193

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied65.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,079
102% above US avg
Effective Rate6.73%
In New Berlin, 38.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.6% report depression. 30.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.5%
20% above US avg
Diabetes10.8%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure32.6%
Asthma12.6%
COPD9.2%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.8%
Physical Inactivity30.1%
Depression24.6%
Mental Distress21.2%
Physical Distress16.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.8%
Checkup Rate76.4%
Premature Death8,049/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access49.3%
Healthcare Facilities156

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

New Berlin has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average45.8°F
15% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.1 inches
11% above US avg
Snowfall77.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,143 ft (348 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.8 km²)
Population Density885/sq mi
Coordinates42.6240°N, 75.3353°W
County FIPS36077
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 16.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (52% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 7.9-point margin. 91.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 53.9%
D 46.1%

Winner: Republican by 7.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.3%
52% below US avg
High School+86.3%
School Test Score5.39
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density885/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.4%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities156
Restaurants190
Retail Stores243

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.5 min
Drive Alone71.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.5%

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