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10 discussions from residents and visitors

Ellie A.

Internet providers in New Castle?

Curious what people think. The unemployment rate is 7.3%, which is concerning. Am I overthinking this?

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Genesis Alvarez

Raising a family in New Castle -thoughts?

First post here. Median household income is $41,478, which feels on the lower side for the area. Homes are going for about $72,000 on average. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level.

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Brooklyn

Is New Castle a good place to live?

Anyone else feel this way? We have two kids and Poverty rate is 18.9%, which is higher than I expected. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Anyone in a similar situation?

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Gianna Mendoza

Day-to-day life in New Castle, PA

I've been here for 12 years and You can expect to pay around $698 for rent here. Median household income is $41,478, which feels on the lower side for the area. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. The suburbs are where most families end up. Let me know your thoughts. The weat...

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Asher

Housing in New Castle compared to Sacramento

Homes are going for about $72,000 on average. Household incomes average around $41,478 in New Castle. Average temperature is around 50--F, so expect cold winters. Rent is about $698/month for a decent place. With a population of 21,727, New Castle is a small town. Traffic can be rough during rush ho...

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Jameson L.

First time home buyer in New Castle

OK so I'm a nurse at the local hospital and Rent is about $698/month for a decent place. Crime rate is something to consider -New Castle sits at 508.2 per 100K. Homes are going for about $72,000 on average. The unemployment rate is 7.3%, which is concerning. Poverty rate is 18.9%, which is higher th...

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Gianna Mendoza

New Castle vs Sacramento -which is better?

Military spouse here. It's a a small town city with about 21,727 people. Homes are going for about $72,000 on average. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. What neighborhoods would you suggest? Cost of living is definitely risi...

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Ellie A.

Dog-friendly places in New Castle?

Hi all, I've been here for 8 years and Median household income is $41,478, which feels on the lower side for the area. Crime rate is something to consider -New Castle sits at 508.2 per 100K. You can expect to pay around $698 for rent here. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Public tra...

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Brooklyn

Day-to-day life in New Castle, PA

I grew up here but left for a while. You can expect to pay around $698 for rent here. Household incomes average around $41,478 in New Castle. Homes are going for about $72,000 on average. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. The suburbs are where most families end up. Anyone in a sim...

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Genesis Alvarez

What surprised you most about New Castle?

Alright, Born and raised here. Household incomes average around $41,478 in New Castle. Crime rate is something to consider -New Castle sits at 508.2 per 100K. Rent is about $698/month for a decent place. Homes are going for about $72,000 on average. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. T...

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