New Holland, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

New Holland is a small city in Pennsylvania with a population of 5,743. Residents earn $57,719 per year, which is 23% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
5,743 Population 2,960/sq mi density
$57,719 Median Income $31,180 per capita
$225,500 Home Value $402,592 Zillow
$1,219 Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
37 Violent Crime/100K 1,604 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$57,719 median income, 1.2% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$225,500 home value, $1,219/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
37 violent crimes/100K (90% below avg)
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $57,719
23% lower than US avg
Home Value $225,500
20% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 37/100K
90% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.7%
33% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,219
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.4%
8% lower than US avg

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

People

Population5,743
Median Age40.1 yrs
Density2,960/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 80%

Economy

B+
Median Income$57,719
Per Capita$31,180
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty11.4%
County GDP$39,951M
Commute23 min

Housing

A
Home Value$225,500
Rent$1,219
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$402,592

Crime

F
Violent37/100K
Property1,604/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault37/100K
Burglary129/100K

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain46.8 in/yr
Elevation503 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.7%
High School+90.0%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 42%
Commute23 min
EV Stations1
Libraries17

Is New Holland a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, New Holland receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. New Holland offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in New Holland is $57,719, 23% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. 11.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in New Holland is $225,500, 20% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,219 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

New Holland is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 37 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,604 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

22.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

New Holland experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.8 inches, including 33.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

New Holland has a population of 5,743 with a density of 2,960 people per square mile. The median age is 40.1 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (80.1%), with 4.1% Black.

Population

5,743
Total Population
2,960
People / sq mi
40.1yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
1.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.3%
Female 48.7%

Race & Ethnicity

New Holland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.8%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.2%
46% below US avg

Social Characteristics

New Holland vs U.S. Average

The median household income in New Holland is $57,719, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: New Holland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$57,719
23% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,180
Avg Weekly Wage$1,153
IRS Avg AGI$82,509

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.4%
8% below US avg
Establishments (County)14,605
County GDP$39,951M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,139
Healthcare1,279
Retail1,900
Manufacturing1,012

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,335
81% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.81%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.5 min
Work from Home5.8%

Walkability

The median home value in New Holland is $225,500, 20% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,219 (5% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $402,592.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$225,500
20% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$402,592
Median List Price$579,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$579,900
$/Sq Ft$180
Homes Sold5
Sale-to-List Ratio101.9%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory5

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,219
5% 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-Occupied71.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,335
81% above US avg
Effective Rate2.81%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.0%
Premature Death6,922/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access81.2%
Healthcare Facilities1,279
New Holland has a violent crime rate of 37 per 100,000 residents, 90% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,604 per 100,000 (18% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent36.9/100K
90% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault36.9/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,603.7/100K
18% below US avg
Burglary129.0/100K
Theft1,437.8/100K
Vehicle Theft36.9/100K
Arson36.9/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)52

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
New Holland has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-0°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average54.0°F
0% below US avg
January Average31°F (-0°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.8 inches
23% above US avg
Snowfall33.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation503 ft (153 m)
Area1.9 sq mi (5.0 km²)
Population Density2,960/sq mi
Coordinates40.1013°N, 76.0901°W
County FIPS42071
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 22.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (33% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.5%
D 41.5%

Winner: Republican by 16 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.7%
33% below US avg
High School+90.0%
School Test Score5.95
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density2,960/sq mi
Total Area1.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries17
Healthcare Facilities1,279
Restaurants1,139
Retail Stores1,900

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)52
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.5 min
Work from Home5.8%

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