New Berlin, PA

Pennsylvania

New Berlin is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 720. Residents earn $85,250 per year, which is 13% above the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
720 Population 1,846/sq mi density
$85,250 Median Income $36,918 per capita
$194,500 Home Value $222,612 Zillow
$1,111 Median Rent 35.0% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature
116 Violent Crime/100K 116 property/100K
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$85,250 median income, 1.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$194,500 home value, $1,111/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
116 violent crimes/100K (70% below avg)
B
Education
3.0 / 5.0
25.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $85,250
13% higher than US avg
Home Value $194,500
31% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 116/100K
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.6%
24% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,111
4% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.7%
30% lower than US avg

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

People

Population720
Median Age42.7 yrs
Density1,846/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans8.9%

Economy

A+
Median Income$85,250
Per Capita$36,918
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty8.7%
County GDP$4,733M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$194,500
Rent$1,111
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$222,612
Rent Burden35.0%

Crime

F
Violent116/100K
Property116/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault116/100K
Burglary0/100K

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain43.9 in/yr
Elevation541 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.6%
High School+96.4%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute21 min
Broadband91.2%
Libraries7

Is New Berlin a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, New Berlin receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. 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 $85,250, 13% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. 8.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in New Berlin is $194,500, 31% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,111 per month. 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 116 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 116 per 100,000, 94% below the national average.

Education

25.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

New Berlin experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.9 inches, including 28.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

New Berlin has a population of 720 with a density of 1,846 people per square mile. The median age is 42.7 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96%).

Population

720
Total Population
1,846
People / sq mi
42.7yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.1%
Female 48.9%

Race & Ethnicity

New Berlin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.3%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.7%
87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

New Berlin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in New Berlin is $85,250, which is 13% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: New Berlin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$85,250
13% above US avg
Per Capita Income$36,918
Avg Weekly Wage$1,020
IRS Avg AGI$58,914

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.7%
30% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,813
County GDP$4,733M

Business (County)

Restaurants174
Healthcare202
Retail262
Manufacturing80

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,270
22% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.20%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.0 min
Drive Alone85.3%
Public Transit0.8%
Work from Home10.5%

Walkability

The median home value in New Berlin is $194,500, 31% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,111 (4% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $222,612.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$194,500
31% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$222,612

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,111
4% below US avg
Rent Burden35.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied84.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,270
22% above US avg
Effective Rate2.20%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.3%
Premature Death9,225/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access70.0%
Healthcare Facilities202
New Berlin has a violent crime rate of 116 per 100,000 residents, 70% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 116 per 100,000 (94% 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 Violent115.9/100K
70% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault115.9/100K

Property Crime

Total Property115.9/100K
94% below US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft115.9/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
New Berlin has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.4°F
7% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.9 inches
15% above US avg
Snowfall28.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation541 ft (165 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density1,846/sq mi
Coordinates40.8816°N, 76.9812°W
County FIPS42097
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 25.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (24% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39.9-point margin. 91.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.5%
D 29.6%

Winner: Republican by 39.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.6%
24% below US avg
High School+96.4%
School Test Score5.95
B Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density1,846/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.2%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities202
Restaurants174
Retail Stores262

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.0 min
Drive Alone85.3%
Public Transit0.8%
Work from Home10.5%

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