New Goshen, IN

Indiana · Metropolitan Area

New Goshen is a small town in Indiana with a population of 649. Residents earn $81,528 per year, which is 8% above the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
649 Population 1,352/sq mi density
$81,528 Median Income $24,959 per capita
$96,100 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$81,528 median income, 9.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$96,100 home value
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $81,528
8% higher than US avg
Home Value $96,100
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.5%
51% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.1%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 9.2%
156% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.4%
57% lower than US avg

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

People

Population649
Median Age24.4 yrs
Density1,352/mi²
Male / Female36% / 64%
Largest GroupWhite 81%
Veterans12.1%

Economy

B+
Median Income$81,528
Per Capita$24,959
Unemployment9.2%
Poverty5.4%
County GDP$6,571M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$96,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.4%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain47.4 in/yr
Elevation638 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.5%
High School+94.2%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 40%
Commute26 min
Broadband85.6%
Libraries2

Is New Goshen a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, New Goshen 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, high obesity rates. New Goshen offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in New Goshen is $81,528, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 9.2%, unemployment is notably high. Only 5.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in New Goshen is $96,100, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

New Goshen experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.4 inches, including 13.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

New Goshen has a population of 649 with a density of 1,352 people per square mile. The median age is 24.4 years, 37% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (80.9%), with 8.2% Black.

Population

649
Total Population
1,352
People / sq mi
24.4yrs
Median Age
37% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 35.9%
Female 64.1%

Race & Ethnicity

New Goshen vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

New Goshen vs U.S. Average

The median household income in New Goshen is $81,528, which is 8% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: New Goshen vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$81,528
8% above US avg
Per Capita Income$24,959
Avg Weekly Wage$1,022
IRS Avg AGI$68,303

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.2%
156% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.4%
57% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,526
County GDP$6,571M

Business (County)

Restaurants281
Healthcare393
Retail394
Manufacturing105

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,631
4% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.78%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.4 min
Drive Alone85.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in New Goshen is $96,100, 66% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$96,100
66% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$111
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio103.0%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$816
1 Bedroom$882
2 Bedrooms$1,096
3 Bedrooms$1,391
4 Bedrooms$1,590

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied72.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,631
4% above US avg
Effective Rate3.78%
In New Goshen, 39.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.4% report depression. 21.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.1%
22% above US avg
Diabetes10.5%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure33.0%
Asthma11.1%
COPD7.5%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.8%
Physical Inactivity21.7%
Depression26.4%
Mental Distress18.7%
Physical Distress13.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.6%
Checkup Rate77.4%
Premature Death10,892/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.7/10
Exercise Access79.2%
Healthcare Facilities393

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20

Safety Score

New Goshen has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average52.0°F
4% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.4 inches
25% above US avg
Snowfall13.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation638 ft (194 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density1,352/sq mi
Coordinates39.5809°N, 87.4609°W
County FIPS18167
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 16.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (51% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 18.1-point margin. 85.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.1%
D 40%

Winner: Republican by 18.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.5%
51% below US avg
High School+94.2%
School Test Score6.01
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,352/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.6%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities393
Restaurants281
Retail Stores394

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.4 min
Drive Alone85.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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