Median Income
$26,786
64% lower than US avg
Home Value
$55,400
80% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
2.9%
91% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$970
17% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
42.7%
33% higher than US avg
Unemployment
11.7%
225% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
54.6%
340% higher than US avg
How New Bloomington Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population410
Median Age31.4 yrs
Density932/mi²
Male / Female38% / 62%
Largest GroupWhite 82%
Veterans4.7%
Economy
F
Median Income$26,786
Per Capita$14,937
Unemployment11.7%
Poverty54.6%
County GDP$3,596M
Commute28 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$55,400
Rent$970
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$187,292
Rent Burden51.0%
Health
Obesity42.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.0%
Heart Disease6.2%
Climate
Avg Temp51°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain39.4 in/yr
Elevation932 ft
Education
F
Bachelor's+2.9%
High School+60.7%
School Score5.90
Community
2024 VoteR 70% / D 29%
Commute28 min
Broadband90.0%
Libraries1
Is New Bloomington a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, New Bloomington receives an overall livability score of 2.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. New Bloomington has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in New Bloomington is $26,786, 64% below the national average of $75,149. At 11.7%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 54.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in New Bloomington is $55,400, 80% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $970 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
2.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 60.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Climate & Weather
New Bloomington experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.4 inches, including 23.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
New Bloomington has a population of 410 with a density of 932 people per square mile. The median age is 31.4 years, 19% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82.4%), with 1.2% Hispanic.
Population
31.4yrs
Median Age
19% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
New Bloomington vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 94.4% |
| 20% above US avg |
| Spanish | 5.6% |
| 58% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
New Bloomington vs U.S. Average
The median household income in New Bloomington is $26,786, which is 64% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 11.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 54.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Income: New Bloomington vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $26,786 |
| 64% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $14,937 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,049 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $56,142 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 11.7% |
| 225% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 54.6% |
| 340% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,250 |
| County GDP | $3,596M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 112 |
| Healthcare | 144 |
| Retail | 164 |
| Manufacturing | 67 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,762 |
| 7% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 6.79% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 28.0 min |
| Drive Alone | 60.0% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 9.0% |
The median home value in New Bloomington is $55,400, 80% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $970 (17% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $187,292.
Home Values
| Census Median | $55,400 |
| 80% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $187,292 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $970 |
| 17% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 51.0% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $816 |
| 1 Bedroom | $873 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,092 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,388 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,550 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,762 |
| 7% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 6.79% |
In New Bloomington, 42.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.0% report depression. 31.3% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: New Bloomington vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 42.7% |
| 33% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.5% |
| Heart Disease | 6.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 34.6% |
| Asthma | 11.2% |
| COPD | 7.9% |
| Stroke | 3.2% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 31.3% |
| Depression | 29.0% |
| Mental Distress | 20.1% |
| Physical Distress | 14.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 90.4% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.8% |
| Premature Death | 11,206/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 80.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 144 |
Crime Rates: New Bloomington vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 9 |
Safety Score
New Bloomington has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
26°F Jan (-3°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 50.6°F |
| 6% below US avg |
| January Average | 26°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 39.4 inches |
| 4% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 23.8 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 932 ft (284 m) |
| Area | 0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 932/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.5837°N, 83.3125°W |
| County FIPS | 39101 |