Median Income
$82,663
10% higher than US avg
Home Value
$495,000
76% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
32.7%
3% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
33.6%
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.7%
81% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
6.2%
50% lower than US avg
How New Harmony Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population353
Median Age50.3 yrs
Density552/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Economy
A+
Median Income$82,663
Per Capita$53,719
Unemployment0.7%
Poverty6.2%
County GDP$11,555M
Commute32 min
Housing
B
Home Value$495,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$797,493
Health
Obesity33.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.5%
Heart Disease5.1%
Climate
Avg Temp52°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain17.6 in/yr
Elevation5,311 ft
Education
B+
Bachelor's+32.7%
High School+90.3%
School Score5.82
Community
2024 VoteR 75% / D 23%
Commute32 min
EV Stations2
Libraries8
Is New Harmony a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, New Harmony receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. New Harmony offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in New Harmony is $82,663, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.7%. Only 6.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in New Harmony is $495,000, making it a premium housing market at 76% above the U.S. median of $281,900. The price-to-income ratio of 6x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.
Education
32.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
New Harmony experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 17.6 inches, including 38.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
New Harmony has a population of 353 with a density of 552 people per square mile. The median age is 50.3 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.1%).
Population
50.3yrs
Median Age
29% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
New Harmony vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 91.9% |
| 17% above US avg |
| Spanish | 8.1% |
| 40% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
New Harmony vs U.S. Average
The median household income in New Harmony is $82,663, which is 10% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.
Income: New Harmony vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $82,663 |
| 10% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $53,719 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $936 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $87,201 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.7% |
| 81% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 6.2% |
| 50% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 8,256 |
| County GDP | $11,555M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 474 |
| Healthcare | 779 |
| Retail | 757 |
| Manufacturing | 228 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,928 |
| 12% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 0.79% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 32.3 min |
| Work from Home | 32.6% |
The median home value in New Harmony is $495,000, 76% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $797,493.
Home Values
| Census Median | $495,000 |
| 76% above US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $797,493 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $981 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,082 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,313 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,746 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,105 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,928 |
| 12% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 0.79% |
In New Harmony, 33.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.5% report depression. 15.1% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: New Harmony vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 33.6% |
| 5% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.1% |
| Heart Disease | 5.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.0% |
| Asthma | 10.9% |
| COPD | 5.2% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 11.9% |
| Physical Inactivity | 15.1% |
| Depression | 27.5% |
| Mental Distress | 17.3% |
| Physical Distress | 12.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 95.5% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 68.8% |
| Premature Death | 6,937/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 85.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 779 |
Crime Rates: New Harmony vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 17 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
New Harmony has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 17.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
33°F Jan (0°C)
74°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 51.6°F |
| 4% below US avg |
| January Average | 33°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 17.6 inches |
| 54% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 38.1 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,311 ft (1,619 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 552/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.4800°N, 113.3093°W |
| County FIPS | 49053 |