New Britain, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

New Britain is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 2,822. Residents earn $123,819 per year, which is 65% above the national average.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
2,822 Population 2,332/sq mi density
$123,819 Median Income $38,824 per capita
$388,100 Home Value
$2,034 Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$123,819 median income, 1.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$388,100 home value, $2,034/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
50.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $123,819
65% higher than US avg
Home Value $388,100
38% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 50.4%
50% higher than US avg
Median Rent $2,034
75% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.7%
53% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.6%
95% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,822
Median Age22.7 yrs
Density2,332/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 83%

Economy

A+
Median Income$123,819
Per Capita$38,824
Unemployment1.7%
Poverty0.6%
County GDP$48,827M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$388,100
Rent$2,034
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain47.7 in/yr
Elevation272 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+50.4%
High School+95.1%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 50% / D 49%
Commute24 min
EV Stations1
Libraries16

Is New Britain a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, New Britain receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. New Britain stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in New Britain is $123,819, which is significantly higher than the national average — 65% above $75,149. This places New Britain among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.7%. Only 0.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in New Britain is $388,100, 38% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $2,034 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

New Britain is a highly educated community — 50.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 95.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

New Britain experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

New Britain has a population of 2,822 with a density of 2,332 people per square mile. The median age is 22.7 years, 42% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82.9%), with 4.6% Black.

Population

2,822
Total Population
2,332
People / sq mi
22.7yrs
Median Age
42% below US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.3%
Female 52.7%

Race & Ethnicity

New Britain vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only87.3%
11% above US avg
Spanish12.7%
5% below US avg

Social Characteristics

New Britain vs U.S. Average

The median household income in New Britain is $123,819, which is 65% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: New Britain vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$123,819
65% above US avg
Per Capita Income$38,824
Avg Weekly Wage$1,249
IRS Avg AGI$121,435

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.7%
53% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.6%
95% below US avg
Establishments (County)21,271
County GDP$48,827M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,489
Healthcare2,160
Retail2,224
Manufacturing943

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,754
150% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.26%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.3 min
Work from Home18.5%

Walkability

The median home value in New Britain is $388,100, 38% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $2,034 (75% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$388,100
38% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$2,034
75% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied86.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,754
150% above US avg
Effective Rate2.26%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.0%
Premature Death6,421/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access91.9%
Healthcare Facilities2,160

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)49

Safety Score

New Britain has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.4°F
1% below US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.7 inches
25% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation272 ft (83 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²)
Population Density2,332/sq mi
Coordinates40.2996°N, 75.1781°W
County FIPS42017
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 50.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 0.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 49.6%
D 49.5%

Winner: Republican by 0.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+50.4%
50% above US avg
High School+95.1%
School Test Score5.95
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,332/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries16
Healthcare Facilities2,160
Restaurants1,489
Retail Stores2,224

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)49

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.3 min
Work from Home18.5%

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