New Kingstown, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

New Kingstown is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 439. Residents earn $2,499 per year, which is 97% below the national average.

1.6 /5.0
D Poor
439 Population 276/sq mi density
$2,499 Median Income $38,404 per capita
$217,300 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
D
Overall
1.6 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$2,499 median income, 0.0% unemployment
F
Affordability
1.0 / 5.0
$217,300 home value
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $2,499
97% lower than US avg
Home Value $217,300
23% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.6%
83% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 25.0%
102% higher than US avg

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

People

Population439
Median Age50.4 yrs
Density276/mi²
Male / Female36% / 64%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

C
Median Income$2,499
Per Capita$38,404
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty25.0%
County GDP$23,098M
Commute22 min

Housing

F
Home Value$217,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain48.0 in/yr
Elevation432 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.6%
High School+82.3%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 54% / D 45%
Commute22 min
Broadband84.5%
Libraries8

Is New Kingstown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, New Kingstown receives an overall livability score of 1.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. New Kingstown faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in New Kingstown is $2,499, 97% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 25.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in New Kingstown is $217,300, 23% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. With a home price-to-income ratio of 87x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

5.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

New Kingstown experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.0 inches, including 27.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

New Kingstown has a population of 439 with a density of 276 people per square mile. The median age is 50.4 years, 30% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.1%).

Population

439
Total Population
276
People / sq mi
50.4yrs
Median Age
30% above US avg
1.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 36.4%
Female 63.6%

Race & Ethnicity

New Kingstown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

New Kingstown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in New Kingstown is $2,499, which is 97% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 25.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: New Kingstown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$2,499
97% below US avg
Per Capita Income$38,404
Avg Weekly Wage$1,253
IRS Avg AGI$89,422

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate25.0%
102% above US avg
Establishments (County)6,995
County GDP$23,098M

Business (County)

Restaurants574
Healthcare836
Retail826
Manufacturing212

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,909
69% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.72%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.7 min
Drive Alone82.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in New Kingstown is $217,300, 23% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$217,300
23% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$900
1 Bedroom$996
2 Bedrooms$1,225
3 Bedrooms$1,570
4 Bedrooms$1,744

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied54.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,909
69% above US avg
Effective Rate2.72%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate66.7%
Premature Death5,769/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access87.3%
Healthcare Facilities836

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14

Safety Score

New Kingstown has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.9°F
4% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.0 inches
26% above US avg
Snowfall27.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation432 ft (132 m)
Area1.6 sq mi (4.1 km²)
Population Density276/sq mi
Coordinates40.2335°N, 77.0694°W
County FIPS42041
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 5.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (83% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 9.4-point margin. 84.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 54.1%
D 44.7%

Winner: Republican by 9.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.6%
83% below US avg
High School+82.3%
School Test Score5.95
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density276/sq mi
Total Area1.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access84.5%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities836
Restaurants574
Retail Stores826

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.7 min
Drive Alone82.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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