New Hope, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

New Hope is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 2,623. Residents earn $158,929 per year, which is 111% above the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
2,623 Population 2,065/sq mi density
$158,929 Median Income $132,918 per capita
$633,800 Home Value $911,682 Zillow
$1,957 Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
397 Violent Crime/100K 2,226 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$158,929 median income, 3.6% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$633,800 home value, $1,957/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
397 violent crimes/100K (5% above avg)
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
74.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $158,929
111% higher than US avg
Home Value $633,800
125% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 397/100K
5% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 74.9%
122% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,957
68% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.6%
0% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.3%
81% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,623
Median Age58.1 yrs
Density2,065/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 88%

Economy

A+
Median Income$158,929
Per Capita$132,918
Unemployment3.6%
Poverty2.3%
County GDP$9,867M
Commute33 min

Housing

A
Home Value$633,800
Rent$1,957
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$911,682

Crime

F
Violent397/100K
Property2,226/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault318/100K
Burglary119/100K

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain50.4 in/yr
Elevation185 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+74.9%
High School+95.8%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 46%
Commute33 min
EV Stations1
Libraries11

Is New Hope a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, New Hope receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. New Hope offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in New Hope is $158,929, which is significantly higher than the national average — 111% above $75,149. This places New Hope among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 3.6%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 2.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in New Hope is $633,800, making it a premium housing market at 125% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,957 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. A price-to-income ratio of 4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 397 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,226 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

New Hope is a highly educated community — 74.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 95.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

New Hope experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.4 inches, including 13.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

New Hope has a population of 2,623 with a density of 2,065 people per square mile. The median age is 58.1 years, 49% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.3%).

Population

2,623
Total Population
2,065
People / sq mi
58.1yrs
Median Age
49% above US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.3%
Female 50.7%

Race & Ethnicity

New Hope vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only86.5%
10% above US avg
Spanish13.5%
1% above US avg

Social Characteristics

New Hope vs U.S. Average

The median household income in New Hope is $158,929, which is 111% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: New Hope vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$158,929
111% above US avg
Per Capita Income$132,918
Avg Weekly Wage$1,444
IRS Avg AGI$151,298

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.6%
0% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.3%
81% below US avg
Establishments (County)4,073
County GDP$9,867M

Business (County)

Restaurants295
Healthcare387
Retail437
Manufacturing130

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$12,473
256% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.97%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.1 min
Work from Home33.2%

Walkability

The median home value in New Hope is $633,800, 125% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,957 (68% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $911,682.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$633,800
125% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$911,682
Median List Price$1,749,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$1,749,500
$/Sq Ft$350
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio103.0%
Price Drops18.2%
Inventory11

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,957
68% 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-Occupied63.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$12,473
256% above US avg
Effective Rate1.97%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.4%
Premature Death4,363/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.7/10
Exercise Access90.6%
Healthcare Facilities387
New Hope has a violent crime rate of 397 per 100,000 residents, 5% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,226 per 100,000 (14% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent397.5/100K
5% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape79.5/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault318.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,225.8/100K
14% above US avg
Burglary119.2/100K
Theft1,987.3/100K
Vehicle Theft119.2/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
New Hope has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.1°F
2% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.4 inches
33% above US avg
Snowfall13.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation185 ft (56 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.3 km²)
Population Density2,065/sq mi
Coordinates40.3614°N, 74.9568°W
County FIPS34019
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 74.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (122% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 6.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 52.4%
D 45.7%

Winner: Republican by 6.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+74.9%
122% above US avg
High School+95.8%
School Test Score5.95
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,065/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities387
Restaurants295
Retail Stores437

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.1 min
Work from Home33.2%

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