Median Income
$48,500
35% lower than US avg
Home Value
$85,500
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
9.3%
72% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$738
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
38.6%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
9.6%
23% lower than US avg
How New Douglas Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population320
Median Age46.3 yrs
Density305/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans8.2%
Economy
B+
Median Income$48,500
Per Capita$27,073
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty9.6%
County GDP$781M
Commute31 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$85,500
Rent$738
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$97,069
Rent Burden23.2%
Health
Obesity38.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.3%
Heart Disease5.4%
Climate
Avg Temp58°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain43.4 in/yr
Elevation615 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+9.3%
High School+90.7%
School Score5.34
Community
2024 VoteR 71% / D 27%
Commute31 min
Broadband81.5%
Libraries1
Is New Douglas a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, New Douglas receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. New Douglas offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in New Douglas is $48,500, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. 9.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in New Douglas is $85,500, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $738 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
9.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.
Climate & Weather
New Douglas enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.4 inches, including 11.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
New Douglas has a population of 320 with a density of 305 people per square mile. The median age is 46.3 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.9%), with 1.6% Hispanic.
Population
46.3yrs
Median Age
19% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
New Douglas vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 97.2% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Spanish | 2.8% |
| 79% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
New Douglas vs U.S. Average
The median household income in New Douglas is $48,500, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.
Income: New Douglas vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $48,500 |
| 35% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $27,073 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $980 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $65,189 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.1% |
| 69% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 9.6% |
| 23% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 320 |
| County GDP | $781M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 31 |
| Healthcare | 32 |
| Retail | 35 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,025 |
| 44% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 5.88% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 30.8 min |
| Drive Alone | 80.6% |
| Public Transit | 2.9% |
| Work from Home | 7.9% |
The median home value in New Douglas is $85,500, 70% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $738 (37% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $97,069.
Home Values
| Census Median | $85,500 |
| 70% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $97,069 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $738 |
| 37% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 23.2% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $774 |
| 1 Bedroom | $854 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,063 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,370 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,561 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,025 |
| 44% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 5.88% |
In New Douglas, 38.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.3% report depression. 21.9% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: New Douglas vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 38.6% |
| 20% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.6% |
| Heart Disease | 5.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.7% |
| Asthma | 10.4% |
| COPD | 6.2% |
| Stroke | 2.8% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 20.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 21.9% |
| Depression | 23.3% |
| Mental Distress | 18.5% |
| Physical Distress | 13.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 85.1% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.0% |
| Premature Death | 7,670/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 62.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 32 |
Crime Rates: New Douglas vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
Safety Score
New Douglas has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
34°F Jan (1°C)
79°F Jul (26°C)
| Annual Average | 57.7°F |
| 7% above US avg |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 43.4 inches |
| 14% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 11.2 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 615 ft (187 m) |
| Area | 1.1 sq mi (2.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 305/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.9688°N, 89.6679°W |
| County FIPS | 17005 |