Median Income
$65,625
13% lower than US avg
Home Value
$405,600
44% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
31.7%
6% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,841
58% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
34.3%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
6.2%
50% lower than US avg
How New Hope Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population705
Median Age53.4 yrs
Density493/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 79%
Veterans8.6%
Economy
A
Median Income$65,625
Per Capita$42,345
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty6.2%
County GDP$115,358M
Commute29 min
Housing
B
Home Value$405,600
Rent$1,841
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$426,478
Rent Burden45.0%
Health
Obesity34.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.9%
Heart Disease4.6%
Climate
Avg Temp65°F
AQI42 (Good)
Elevation604 ft
Education
B+
Bachelor's+31.7%
High School+98.6%
School Score5.10
Community
2024 VoteR 54% / D 43%
Commute29 min
Broadband73.2%
Libraries16
Is New Hope a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, New Hope receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. 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 $65,625, 13% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. Only 6.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in New Hope is $405,600, 44% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,841 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. The price-to-income ratio of 6.2x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.
Education
31.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.
Climate & Weather
New Hope enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
New Hope has a population of 705 with a density of 493 people per square mile. The median age is 53.4 years, 37% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (78.6%), with 1.8% Hispanic.
Population
53.4yrs
Median Age
37% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 82.9% |
| 6% above US avg |
| Spanish | 17.1% |
| 28% above US avg |
The median household income in New Hope is $65,625, which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $65,625 |
| 13% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $42,345 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,694 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $129,628 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.3% |
| 64% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 6.2% |
| 50% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 34,830 |
| County GDP | $115,358M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 2,668 |
| Healthcare | 4,398 |
| Retail | 2,985 |
| Manufacturing | 491 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $10,750 |
| 207% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.65% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 28.9 min |
| Drive Alone | 85.3% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 8.8% |
The median home value in New Hope is $405,600, 44% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,841 (58% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $426,478.
Home Values
| Census Median | $405,600 |
| 44% above US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $426,478 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,841 |
| 58% above US avg |
| Rent Burden | 45.0% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $887 |
| 1 Bedroom | $935 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,149 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,497 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,733 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $10,750 |
| 207% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.65% |
In New Hope, 34.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.9% report depression. 19.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: New Hope vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 34.3% |
| 7% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.2% |
| Heart Disease | 4.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 29.3% |
| Asthma | 9.9% |
| COPD | 5.0% |
| Stroke | 2.5% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 20.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 19.7% |
| Depression | 23.9% |
| Mental Distress | 17.2% |
| Physical Distress | 11.5% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 86.7% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 72.5% |
| Premature Death | 4,576/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 93.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 4,398 |
Crime Rates: New Hope vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 72 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
New Hope has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 45°F in January while summers reach 83°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.
Temperature
45°F Jan (7°C)
83°F Jul (29°C)
| Annual Average | 64.9°F |
| 20% above US avg |
| January Average | 45°F (7°C) |
| July Average | 83°F (29°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 42.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 604 ft (184 m) |
| Area | 1.4 sq mi (3.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 493/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.2119°N, 96.5587°W |
| County FIPS | 48085 |