Median Income
$67,054
11% lower than US avg
Home Value
$112,100
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
19.3%
43% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$904
22% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
39.5%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
11.8%
5% lower than US avg
How New Hartford Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population763
Median Age37.3 yrs
Density1,231/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans5.0%
Economy
B+
Median Income$67,054
Per Capita$25,893
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty11.8%
County GDP$705M
Commute26 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$112,100
Rent$904
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$222,940
Rent Burden25.4%
Health
Obesity39.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.6%
Heart Disease5.5%
Climate
Avg Temp47°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain35.4 in/yr
Elevation894 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+19.3%
High School+97.3%
School Score5.73
Community
2024 VoteR 72% / D 27%
Commute26 min
Broadband79.5%
Libraries8
Is New Hartford a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, New Hartford receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. New Hartford offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in New Hartford is $67,054, 11% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. 11.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in New Hartford is $112,100, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $904 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
19.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
New Hartford experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
New Hartford has a population of 763 with a density of 1,231 people per square mile. The median age is 37.3 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.2%).
Population
37.3yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
New Hartford vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.8% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.2% |
| 91% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
New Hartford vs U.S. Average
The median household income in New Hartford is $67,054, which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.
Income: New Hartford vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $67,054 |
| 11% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $25,893 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,023 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $72,290 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.5% |
| 31% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 11.8% |
| 5% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 424 |
| County GDP | $705M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 19 |
| Healthcare | 28 |
| Retail | 44 |
| Manufacturing | 27 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,327 |
| 5% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.97% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 25.7 min |
| Drive Alone | 89.1% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 6.6% |
The median home value in New Hartford is $112,100, 60% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $904 (22% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $222,940.
Home Values
| Census Median | $112,100 |
| 60% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $222,940 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $904 |
| 22% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 25.4% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $738 |
| 1 Bedroom | $788 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $989 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,282 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,420 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,327 |
| 5% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.97% |
In New Hartford, 39.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.6% report depression. 25.6% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: New Hartford vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 39.5% |
| 23% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.4% |
| Heart Disease | 5.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.3% |
| Asthma | 10.3% |
| COPD | 6.5% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 24.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 25.6% |
| Depression | 22.6% |
| Mental Distress | 18.3% |
| Physical Distress | 12.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 98.7% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.4% |
| Premature Death | 5,243/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 60.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 28 |
Crime Rates: New Hartford vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
Safety Score
New Hartford has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 35.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
16°F Jan (-9°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 46.7°F |
| 14% below US avg |
| January Average | 16°F (-9°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 35.4 inches |
| 7% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 894 ft (272 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,231/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.5682°N, 92.6214°W |
| County FIPS | 19023 |