New London, MN

Minnesota

New London is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 1,156. Residents earn $66,830 per year, which is 11% below the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
1,156 Population 896/sq mi density
$66,830 Median Income $34,998 per capita
$209,300 Home Value $324,165 Zillow
$960 Median Rent
43°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$66,830 median income, 0.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$209,300 home value, $960/mo rent
B+
Education
4.0 / 5.0
36.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $66,830
11% lower than US avg
Home Value $209,300
26% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 36.9%
9% higher than US avg
Median Rent $960
17% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.6%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.1%
97% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.9%
52% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,156
Median Age36.7 yrs
Density896/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 93%

Economy

A
Median Income$66,830
Per Capita$34,998
Unemployment0.1%
Poverty5.9%
County GDP$1,586M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$209,300
Rent$960
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$324,165

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.0%
Heart Disease4.3%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain31.4 in/yr
Elevation1,215 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+36.9%
High School+89.4%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute21 min
Libraries4

Is New London a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, New London receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. New London stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in New London is $66,830, 11% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.1%. Only 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in New London is $209,300, 26% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $960 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 36.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 89.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

New London has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 31.4 inches, including 50.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

New London has a population of 1,156 with a density of 896 people per square mile. The median age is 36.7 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.7%).

Population

1,156
Total Population
896
People / sq mi
36.7yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.6%
Female 53.4%

Race & Ethnicity

New London vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.8%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.2%
69% below US avg

Social Characteristics

New London vs U.S. Average

The median household income in New London is $66,830, which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: New London vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$66,830
11% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,998
Avg Weekly Wage$1,036
IRS Avg AGI$75,478

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.1%
97% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.9%
52% below US avg
Establishments (County)708
County GDP$1,586M

Business (County)

Restaurants34
Healthcare60
Retail68
Manufacturing52

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,973
14% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.90%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.6 min
Work from Home6.6%

Walkability

The median home value in New London is $209,300, 26% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $960 (17% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $324,165.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$209,300
26% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$324,165

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$148
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio97.6%
Price Drops28.6%
Inventory7

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$960
17% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$809
1 Bedroom$899
2 Bedrooms$1,125
3 Bedrooms$1,483
4 Bedrooms$1,698

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied70.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,973
14% above US avg
Effective Rate1.90%
In New London, 36.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.0% report depression. 17.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.6%
14% above US avg
Diabetes7.6%
Heart Disease4.3%
High Blood Pressure24.7%
Asthma10.1%
COPD4.0%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.6%
Physical Inactivity17.7%
Depression25.0%
Mental Distress15.1%
Physical Distress9.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.0%
Checkup Rate73.2%
Premature Death5,812/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access40.3%
Healthcare Facilities60

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

New London has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 11°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 31.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

11°F Jan (-12°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average43.0°F
20% below US avg
January Average11°F (-12°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall31.4 inches
17% below US avg
Snowfall50.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,215 ft (370 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.3 km²)
Population Density896/sq mi
Coordinates45.2969°N, 94.9475°W
County FIPS27093
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 36.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (9% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 42.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.7%
D 27.9%

Winner: Republican by 42.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+36.9%
9% above US avg
High School+89.4%
School Test Score6.08
B+ Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density896/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities60
Restaurants34
Retail Stores68

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.6 min
Work from Home6.6%

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