New Eagle, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

New Eagle is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 2,148. Residents earn $52,612 per year, which is 30% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
2,148 Population 2,106/sq mi density
$52,612 Median Income $34,046 per capita
$103,100 Home Value $119,150 Zillow
$729 Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$52,612 median income, 6.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$103,100 home value, $729/mo rent
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $52,612
30% lower than US avg
Home Value $103,100
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.7%
45% lower than US avg
Median Rent $729
37% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.2%
72% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.3%
49% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,148
Median Age50.5 yrs
Density2,106/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 93%

Economy

B
Median Income$52,612
Per Capita$34,046
Unemployment6.2%
Poverty6.3%
County GDP$132,892M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$103,100
Rent$729
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$119,150

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain40.9 in/yr
Elevation911 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.7%
High School+94.4%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 39% / D 60%
Commute28 min
Libraries72

Is New Eagle a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, New Eagle receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. New Eagle offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in New Eagle is $52,612, 30% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 6.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in New Eagle is $103,100, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $729 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

18.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

New Eagle 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 40.9 inches, including 10.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

New Eagle has a population of 2,148 with a density of 2,106 people per square mile. The median age is 50.5 years, 30% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.4%), with 1.4% Black.

Population

2,148
Total Population
2,106
People / sq mi
50.5yrs
Median Age
30% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.2%
Female 45.8%

Race & Ethnicity

New Eagle vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.2%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.8%
94% below US avg

Social Characteristics

New Eagle vs U.S. Average

The median household income in New Eagle is $52,612, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: New Eagle vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,612
30% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,046
Avg Weekly Wage$1,506
IRS Avg AGI$94,625

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.2%
72% above US avg
Poverty Rate6.3%
49% below US avg
Establishments (County)36,316
County GDP$132,892M

Business (County)

Restaurants3,345
Healthcare4,791
Retail3,982
Manufacturing940

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,851
153% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate8.58%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.9 min
Work from Home5.1%

Walkability

The median home value in New Eagle is $103,100, 63% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $729 (37% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $119,150.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$103,100
63% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$119,150

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$729
37% below 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-Occupied74.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,851
153% above US avg
Effective Rate8.58%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.0%
Premature Death8,412/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access93.3%
Healthcare Facilities4,791

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)83

Safety Score

New Eagle 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 40.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.9°F
2% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.9 inches
8% above US avg
Snowfall10.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation911 ft (278 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density2,106/sq mi
Coordinates40.2072°N, 79.9533°W
County FIPS42003
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 18.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (45% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 20.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 39.4%
D 59.7%

Winner: Democrat by 20.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.7%
45% below US avg
High School+94.4%
School Test Score5.95
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,106/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries72
Healthcare Facilities4,791
Restaurants3,345
Retail Stores3,982

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)83

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.9 min
Work from Home5.1%

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