Median Income
$67,633
10% lower than US avg
Home Value
$356,200
26% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
25.5%
24% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,479
27% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
29.2%
9% lower than US avg
Unemployment
5.7%
58% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
4.0%
68% lower than US avg
How New Egypt Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,949
Median Age42.6 yrs
Density491/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 84%
Economy
B+
Median Income$67,633
Per Capita$35,315
Unemployment5.7%
Poverty4.0%
County GDP$56,807M
Commute34 min
Housing
B+
Home Value$356,200
Rent$1,479
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$555,720
Health
Obesity29.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression17.3%
Heart Disease4.7%
Climate
Avg Temp53°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain47.5 in/yr
Elevation77 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+25.5%
High School+87.2%
School Score6.24
Community
2024 VoteR 32% / D 66%
Commute34 min
Libraries14
Is New Egypt a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, New Egypt receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. New Egypt offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in New Egypt is $67,633, 10% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.7% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 4.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in New Egypt is $356,200, 26% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,479 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 5.3x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.
Education
25.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.
Climate & Weather
New Egypt experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.5 inches, including 23.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
New Egypt has a population of 1,949 with a density of 491 people per square mile. The median age is 42.6 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.3%), with 15.7% Hispanic.
Population
42.6yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
New Egypt vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.6% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.4% |
| 90% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
New Egypt vs U.S. Average
The median household income in New Egypt is $67,633, which is 10% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 4.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.
Income: New Egypt vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $67,633 |
| 10% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $35,315 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,740 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $114,994 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 5.7% |
| 58% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 4.0% |
| 68% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 11,677 |
| County GDP | $56,807M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 877 |
| Healthcare | 1,221 |
| Retail | 1,189 |
| Manufacturing | 228 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $13,072 |
| 273% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.67% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 34.2 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in New Egypt is $356,200, 26% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,479 (27% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $555,720.
Home Values
| Census Median | $356,200 |
| 26% above US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $555,720 |
| Median List Price | $450,000 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $450,000 |
| $/Sq Ft | $293 |
| Homes Sold | 4 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 100.2% |
| Price Drops | 9.1% |
| Inventory | 11 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,479 |
| 27% above US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,599 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,759 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $2,132 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $2,658 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $3,005 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $13,072 |
| 273% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.67% |
In New Egypt, 29.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 17.3% report depression. 22.2% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: New Egypt vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 29.2% |
| 9% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.1% |
| Heart Disease | 4.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 27.3% |
| Asthma | 9.4% |
| COPD | 4.9% |
| Stroke | 2.5% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 22.2% |
| Depression | 17.3% |
| Mental Distress | 16.7% |
| Physical Distress | 12.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 98.2% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 73.5% |
| Premature Death | 7,664/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 9.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 99.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 1,221 |
Crime Rates: New Egypt vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 26 |
Safety Score
New Egypt has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Temperature
31°F Jan (-1°C)
75°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 52.8°F |
| 2% below US avg |
| January Average | 31°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 47.5 inches |
| 25% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 23.7 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 77 ft (23 m) |
| Area | 4.0 sq mi (10.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 491/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.0651°N, 74.5271°W |
| County FIPS | 34021 |