New Home, TX

Texas · Metropolitan Area

New Home is a small town in Texas with a population of 355. Residents earn $56,563 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
355 Population 355/sq mi density
$56,563 Median Income $26,700 per capita
$148,400 Home Value
N/A Median Rent 9.0% income on rent
62°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$56,563 median income, 7.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$148,400 home value
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
28.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,563
25% lower than US avg
Home Value $148,400
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 28.4%
16% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.0%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 7.0%
94% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.7%
43% higher than US avg

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

People

Population355
Median Age36.6 yrs
Density355/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 71%
Veterans3.5%

Economy

C+
Median Income$56,563
Per Capita$26,700
Unemployment7.0%
Poverty17.7%
County GDP$353M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$148,400
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden9.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.3%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI42 (Good)
Rain20.7 in/yr
Elevation3,238 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.4%
High School+87.2%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 85% / D 14%
Commute23 min
Broadband89.8%
Libraries1

Is New Home a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, New Home receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. New Home offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in New Home is $56,563, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.0% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 17.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in New Home is $148,400, 47% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

28.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

New Home enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 20.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

New Home has a population of 355 with a density of 355 people per square mile. The median age is 36.6 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (70.7%).

Population

355
Total Population
355
People / sq mi
36.6yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51%
Female 49%

Race & Ethnicity

New Home vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only68.3%
13% below US avg
Spanish31.7%
137% above US avg

Social Characteristics

New Home vs U.S. Average

The median household income in New Home is $56,563, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 17.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: New Home vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,563
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,700
Avg Weekly Wage$1,216
IRS Avg AGI$88,051

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.0%
94% above US avg
Poverty Rate17.7%
43% above US avg
Establishments (County)188
County GDP$353M

Business (County)

Restaurants5
Healthcare4
Retail12
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,233
135% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.55%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.6 min
Drive Alone85.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.1%

Walkability

The median home value in New Home is $148,400, 47% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$148,400
47% below US avg
Median List Price$342,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$342,000
$/Sq Ft$221
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio0.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Rent Burden9.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$887
1 Bedroom$935
2 Bedrooms$1,149
3 Bedrooms$1,497
4 Bedrooms$1,733

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied76.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,233
135% above US avg
Effective Rate5.55%
In New Home, 37.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.3% report depression. 29.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.0%
15% above US avg
Diabetes12.7%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure32.3%
Asthma9.4%
COPD5.6%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.0%
Physical Inactivity29.0%
Depression22.3%
Mental Distress17.4%
Physical Distress13.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate78.2%
Checkup Rate72.4%
Premature Death13,311/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.8/10
Exercise Access44.2%
Healthcare Facilities4

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

New Home has an average annual temperature of 62°F (17°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 20.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

42°F Jan (6°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average61.8°F
14% above US avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall20.7 inches
46% below US avg
Snowfall4.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation3,238 ft (987 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density355/sq mi
Coordinates33.3269°N, 101.9117°W
County FIPS48305
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 28.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (16% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 70.3-point margin. 89.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 84.7%
D 14.5%

Winner: Republican by 70.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.4%
16% below US avg
High School+87.2%
School Test Score5.10
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density355/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.8%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities4
Restaurants5
Retail Stores12

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.6 min
Drive Alone85.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.1%

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