New Columbia, PA

Pennsylvania

New Columbia is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 914. Residents earn $92,250 per year, which is 23% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
914 Population 474/sq mi density
$92,250 Median Income $39,713 per capita
$175,000 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$92,250 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$175,000 home value
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
15.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $92,250
23% higher than US avg
Home Value $175,000
38% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.6%
54% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.0%
76% lower than US avg

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

People

Population914
Median Age56.4 yrs
Density474/mi²
Male / Female43% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans6.7%

Economy

A+
Median Income$92,250
Per Capita$39,713
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty3.0%
County GDP$2,785M
Commute15 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$175,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain43.5 in/yr
Elevation629 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.6%
High School+87.9%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 39%
Commute15 min
Broadband87.0%
Libraries1

Is New Columbia a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, New Columbia receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. New Columbia 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 Columbia is $92,250, 23% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 3.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in New Columbia is $175,000, 38% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

15.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

New Columbia experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.5 inches, including 35.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

New Columbia has a population of 914 with a density of 474 people per square mile. The median age is 56.4 years, 45% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.3%).

Population

914
Total Population
474
People / sq mi
56.4yrs
Median Age
45% above US avg
1.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.5%
Female 57.5%

Race & Ethnicity

New Columbia vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

New Columbia vs U.S. Average

The median household income in New Columbia is $92,250, which is 23% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.

Income: New Columbia vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$92,250
23% above US avg
Per Capita Income$39,713
Avg Weekly Wage$1,616
IRS Avg AGI$85,022

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.0%
76% below US avg
Establishments (County)490
County GDP$2,785M

Business (County)

Restaurants38
Healthcare111
Retail53
Manufacturing17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,112
46% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.92%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time14.8 min
Drive Alone92.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.2%

Walkability

The median home value in New Columbia is $175,000, 38% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$175,000
38% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$105
Homes Sold4
Sale-to-List Ratio100.6%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied99.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,112
46% above US avg
Effective Rate2.92%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.9%
Premature Death7,811/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access60.4%
Healthcare Facilities111

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

New Columbia has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.3°F
5% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.5 inches
15% above US avg
Snowfall35.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation629 ft (192 m)
Area1.9 sq mi (5.0 km²)
Population Density474/sq mi
Coordinates41.0375°N, 76.8782°W
County FIPS42093
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 15.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (54% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 21-point margin. 87.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60%
D 39%

Winner: Republican by 21 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.6%
54% below US avg
High School+87.9%
School Test Score5.95
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density474/sq mi
Total Area1.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities111
Restaurants38
Retail Stores53

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute14.8 min
Drive Alone92.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.2%

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