New Freedom, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

New Freedom is a small city in Pennsylvania with a population of 5,003. Residents earn $109,894 per year, which is 46% above the national average.

4.8 /5.0
A+ Excellent
5,003 Population 2,405/sq mi density
$109,894 Median Income $46,546 per capita
$344,100 Home Value $409,171 Zillow
$1,519 Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.8 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$109,894 median income, 0.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$344,100 home value, $1,519/mo rent
A
Education
4.4 / 5.0
42.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $109,894
46% higher than US avg
Home Value $344,100
22% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 42.1%
25% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,519
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.9%
75% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.4%
81% lower than US avg

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

People

Population5,003
Median Age47.1 yrs
Density2,405/mi²
Male / Female49% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

A+
Median Income$109,894
Per Capita$46,546
Unemployment0.9%
Poverty2.4%
County GDP$28,433M
Commute35 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$344,100
Rent$1,519
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$409,171

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain47.9 in/yr
Elevation920 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+42.1%
High School+93.6%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 37%
Commute35 min
Libraries14

Is New Freedom a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, New Freedom receives an overall livability score of 4.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. New Freedom 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 Freedom is $109,894, which is significantly higher than the national average — 46% above $75,149. This places New Freedom among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.9%. Only 2.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in New Freedom is $344,100, 22% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,519 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 42.1% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 93.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

New Freedom experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.9 inches, including 34.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

New Freedom has a population of 5,003 with a density of 2,405 people per square mile. The median age is 47.1 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.7%).

Population

5,003
Total Population
2,405
People / sq mi
47.1yrs
Median Age
21% above US avg
2.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

New Freedom vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.9%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.1%
77% below US avg

Social Characteristics

New Freedom vs U.S. Average

The median household income in New Freedom is $109,894, which is 46% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: New Freedom vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$109,894
46% above US avg
Per Capita Income$46,546
Avg Weekly Wage$1,201
IRS Avg AGI$76,261

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.9%
75% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.4%
81% below US avg
Establishments (County)9,389
County GDP$28,433M

Business (County)

Restaurants789
Healthcare1,029
Retail1,183
Manufacturing524

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,050
101% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.05%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.4 min
Work from Home19.6%

Walkability

The median home value in New Freedom is $344,100, 22% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,519 (31% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $409,171.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$344,100
22% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$409,171
Median List Price$399,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$399,900
$/Sq Ft$116
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio94.4%
Price Drops33.3%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,519
31% above 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-Occupied90.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,050
101% above US avg
Effective Rate2.05%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.0%
Premature Death7,602/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access77.3%
Healthcare Facilities1,029

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)32

Safety Score

New Freedom has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.7°F
1% below US avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.9 inches
26% above US avg
Snowfall34.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation920 ft (280 m)
Area2.1 sq mi (5.4 km²)
Population Density2,405/sq mi
Coordinates39.7353°N, 76.6967°W
County FIPS42133
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 42.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (25% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 25.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.2%
D 36.9%

Winner: Republican by 25.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+42.1%
25% above US avg
High School+93.6%
School Test Score5.95
A Education Grade (4.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density2,405/sq mi
Total Area2.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities1,029
Restaurants789
Retail Stores1,183

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)32

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.4 min
Work from Home19.6%

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