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New London, IN

Indiana · Metropolitan Area

New London is a small town in Indiana with a population of 179. Residents earn $51,786 per year, which is 31% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
179 Population 497/sq mi density
$51,786 Median Income $21,808 per capita
$179,200 Home Value
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$51,786 median income, 9.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$179,200 home value
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,786
31% lower than US avg
Home Value $179,200
36% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 23.7%
30% lower than US avg
Unemployment 9.8%
172% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.8%
37% lower than US avg

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

People

Population179
Median Age27.5 yrs
Density497/mi²
Male / Female48% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Veterans71.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$51,786
Per Capita$21,808
Unemployment9.8%
Poverty7.8%
County GDP$5,497M
Commute13 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$179,200
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units42
Rent Burden27.7%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain44.4 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation828 ft (252 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+23.7%
High School+92.8%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 31%
Commute13 min
Broadband62.0%
Libraries7

Is New London a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, New London receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. New London offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in New London is $51,786, 31% below the national average of $75,149. At 9.8%, unemployment is notably high. Only 7.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in New London is $179,200, 36% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

23.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

New London experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 44.4 inches, including 34.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

New London has a population of 179 with a density of 497 people per square mile. The median age is 27.5 years, 29% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.5%).

Population

179
Total Population
497
People / sq mi
27.5yrs
Median Age
29% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.5%
Female 52.5%

Race & Ethnicity

New London vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

New London vs U.S. Average

The median household income in New London is $51,786, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes.

Income: New London vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,786
31% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,808
Avg Weekly Wage$1,200
IRS Avg AGI$61,076

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.8%
172% above US avg
Poverty Rate7.8%
37% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,913
County GDP$5,497M

Business (County)

Restaurants201
Healthcare265
Retail328
Manufacturing63

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,758
21% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.54%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time13.4 min
Drive Alone60.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in New London is $179,200, 36% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$179,200
36% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden27.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$816
1 Bedroom$882
2 Bedrooms$1,096
3 Bedrooms$1,391
4 Bedrooms$1,590

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied77.4%
Housing Units42
Median Year Built1963

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,758
21% below US avg
Effective Rate1.54%
New London has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.4 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.6°F
6% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.4 inches
17% above US avg
Snowfall34.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation828 ft (252 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density497/sq mi
Coordinates40.4431°N, 86.2738°W
TimezoneAmerica/Indiana/Indianapolis
County FIPS18067
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 23.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (30% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 35.3-point margin. 62.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.7%
D 31.5%

Winner: Republican by 35.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.7%
30% below US avg
High School+92.8%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score6.01
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density497/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access62.0%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities265
Restaurants201
Retail Stores328

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute13.4 min
Drive Alone60.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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