New Concord, OH

Ohio

New Concord is a small town in Ohio with a population of 2,623. Residents earn $72,120 per year, which is 4% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
2,623 Population 1,449/sq mi density
$72,120 Median Income $26,542 per capita
$194,400 Home Value $251,586 Zillow
$824 Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$72,120 median income, 2.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$194,400 home value, $824/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
A+
Education
4.6 / 5.0
44.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $72,120
4% lower than US avg
Home Value $194,400
31% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 44.4%
32% higher than US avg
Median Rent $824
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.4%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.3%
36% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.9%
12% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,623
Median Age22.5 yrs
Density1,449/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 89%

Economy

A
Median Income$72,120
Per Capita$26,542
Unemployment2.3%
Poverty10.9%
County GDP$5,129M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$194,400
Rent$824
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$251,586

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property447/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary64/100K

Health

Obesity40.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.0%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain38.6 in/yr
Elevation869 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+44.4%
High School+95.1%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 28%
Commute20 min
EV Stations1
Libraries6

Is New Concord a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, New Concord receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. New Concord 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 Concord is $72,120, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. 10.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in New Concord is $194,400, 31% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $824 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

New Concord is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 447 per 100,000, 77% below the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 44.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 95.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

New Concord experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

New Concord has a population of 2,623 with a density of 1,449 people per square mile. The median age is 22.5 years, 42% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.3%), with 1.3% Hispanic, 4.5% Black.

Population

2,623
Total Population
1,449
People / sq mi
22.5yrs
Median Age
42% below US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.7%
Female 53.3%

Race & Ethnicity

New Concord vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.5%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.5%
81% below US avg

Social Characteristics

New Concord vs U.S. Average

The median household income in New Concord is $72,120, which is 4% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: New Concord vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$72,120
4% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,542
Avg Weekly Wage$1,005
IRS Avg AGI$60,621

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.9%
12% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,970
County GDP$5,129M

Business (County)

Restaurants190
Healthcare199
Retail287
Manufacturing72

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,165
19% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.14%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.8 min
Work from Home7.6%

Walkability

The median home value in New Concord is $194,400, 31% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $824 (29% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $251,586.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$194,400
31% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$251,586
Median List Price$345,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$345,000
$/Sq Ft$144
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio96.7%
Price Drops33.3%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$824
29% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$816
1 Bedroom$873
2 Bedrooms$1,092
3 Bedrooms$1,388
4 Bedrooms$1,550

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied50.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,165
19% above US avg
Effective Rate2.14%
In New Concord, 40.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.0% report depression. 23.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.4%
26% above US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure31.9%
Asthma11.2%
COPD6.2%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.0%
Physical Inactivity23.4%
Depression28.0%
Mental Distress18.4%
Physical Distress12.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.6%
Checkup Rate79.8%
Premature Death10,314/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access67.3%
Healthcare Facilities199
New Concord has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 447 per 100,000 (77% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property446.7/100K
77% below US avg
Burglary63.8/100K
Theft382.9/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
New Concord has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average53.0°F
2% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.6 inches
2% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation869 ft (265 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.7 km²)
Population Density1,449/sq mi
Coordinates39.9937°N, 81.7381°W
County FIPS39119
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 44.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (32% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.6%
D 27.7%

Winner: Republican by 43.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+44.4%
32% above US avg
High School+95.1%
School Test Score5.90
A+ Education Grade (4.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density1,449/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities199
Restaurants190
Retail Stores287

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.8 min
Work from Home7.6%

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