New London, MO — City Data & Statistics

Median Income $47,292

37% lower than US avg

Home Value $126,900

55% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 8.8%

74% lower than US avg

Median Rent $748

36% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 41.0%

28% higher than US avg

Unemployment 1.6%

56% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 19.6%

58% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,118

Median Age34.9 yrs

Density1,620/mi²

Male / Female49% / 51%

Largest GroupWhite 92%

Veterans10.6%

Economy

Median Income$47,292

Per Capita$21,672

Unemployment1.6%

Poverty19.6%

Commute25 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$126,900

Rent$748

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$257,372

Housing Units475

Rent Burden22.5%

Health

Obesity41.0%

Uninsured9.8%

Smoking20.2%

Depression27.3%

Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain38.7 in/yr

Sunny Days266/yr

Elevation656 ft (200 m)

Education

Bachelor's+8.8%

High School+84.7%

Graduate+4.1%

School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%

Commute25 min

Broadband83.6%

Is New London a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, New London receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. 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 $47,292, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. The poverty rate of 19.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in New London is $126,900, 55% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $748 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

New London experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 266 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.7 inches, including 5.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

New London has a population of 1,118 with a density of 1,620 people per square mile, spread across 0.7 square miles. The median age is 34.9 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.3% female and 48.7% male. The city is predominantly White (92.2%), with 3% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 99.2% of residents. 10.6% of the population are veterans, above the national rate of 6.0%. 17.9% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 93.4% have health insurance coverage.

Population

1,118

Total Population

1,620

People / sq mi

34.9yrs

Median Age

10% below US avg

0.7mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.7%

Female 51.3%

Race & Ethnicity

New London vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	99.2%
	26% above US avg
Spanish	0.8%
	94% below US avg

Social Characteristics

New London vs U.S. Average

The median household income in New London is $47,292, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $21,672 (below the $39,052 national figure). The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 19.6% of residents live below the poverty line, higher than the national rate of 12.4%. The cost of living index is 90.8, below the national baseline of 100 — offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes. 0.9% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: New London vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$47,292
	37% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$21,672

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	1.6%
	56% below US avg
Poverty Rate	19.6%
	58% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living


Cost of Living	90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	24.8 min
Drive Alone	78.6%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.9%

Walkability

The median home value in New London is $126,900, 55% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $257,372, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $748 (36% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $775 for a one-bedroom to $970 for a two-bedroom apartment. There are 475 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1958. 22.5% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.7x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$126,900
	55% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$257,372

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$748
	36% below US avg
Rent Burden	22.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$732
1 Bedroom	$775
2 Bedrooms	$970
3 Bedrooms	$1,265
4 Bedrooms	$1,457

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	64.0%
Housing Units	475
Median Year Built	1958

Property Tax

In New London, 41.0% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 11.1% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.3% of residents. 34.7% have high blood pressure. 20.2% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 17.5% report binge drinking. 31.6% are physically inactive, above the national average. 27.3% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 20.4% experience frequent mental distress. 9.8% of residents lack health insurance.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	41.0%
	28% above US avg
Diabetes	11.1%
Heart Disease	6.3%
High Blood Pressure	34.7%
Asthma	11.3%
COPD	8.7%
Cancer	7.4%
Stroke	3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	20.2%
	44% above US avg
Binge Drinking	17.5%
Physical Inactivity	31.6%
Depression	27.3%
Mental Distress	20.4%
Physical Distress	15.3%
Short Sleep	39.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	93.4%
Uninsured	9.8%
	14% above US avg
Checkup Rate	76.2%
Dental Visits	54.9%

Food & Exercise

New London experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area gets 266 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 — making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 38.7 inches. The area receives 5.7 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 656 feet.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-4°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)

Annual Average	53.0°F
	2% below US avg
January Average	26°F (-4°C)
July Average	77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days	266 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	38.7 inches
	2% above US avg
Snowfall	5.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	41.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	656 ft (200 m)
Area	0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²)
Population Density	1,620/sq mi
Coordinates	39.5853°N, 91.4010°W
Timezone	America/Chicago

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	26°F (-4°C)	1.6 in	Coldest, Driest
February	31°F (-0°C)	1.7 in
March	42°F (6°C)	3.2 in
April	54°F (12°C)	3.7 in
May	63°F (17°C)	4.4 in	Wettest
June	73°F (23°C)	3.8 in
July	77°F (25°C)	4.1 in	Warmest
August	75°F (24°C)	3.7 in
September	67°F (20°C)	3.8 in
October	56°F (13°C)	3.1 in
November	43°F (6°C)	3.1 in
December	31°F (-1°C)	2.4 in

New London has a seasonal temperature swing of 52°F — from 26°F in January to 77°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 38.7 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.4") and January the driest (1.6").

8.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 74% below the national average of 33.7%. 84.7% have completed high school. 4.1% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.5 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 76.6% of the vote, a 54.2-point margin. 83.6% of households have broadband internet access. 78.6% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.6%

D 22.4%

Winner: Republican by 54.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	8.8%
	74% below US avg
High School+	84.7%
Graduate Degree+	4.1%
School Test Score	5.51

D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density	1,620/sq mi
Total Area	0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	83.6%
Alt Fuel Stations	1

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	24.8 min
Drive Alone	78.6%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.9%

Frequently Asked Questions About New London

What is the population of New London?

New London has a population of 1,118 residents and is located in Missouri. The population density is 1,620 people per square mile, spread across 0.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 34.9 years, which is younger than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.3% female and 48.7% male.

Is New London expensive to live in?

New London is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 90.8 — below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $47,292, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $126,900 (55% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $748 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.7x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in New London?

New London has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 26°F in January, while summers reach an average of 77°F in July. The area receives 266 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 38.7 inches, with 5.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in New London?

The job market in New London is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.6% — well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average commute time is 25 minutes, and 0.9% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in New London?

The median home value in New London is $126,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $257,372. For renters, the median monthly rent is $748. Fair market rent is $775 for a 1-bedroom and $970 for a 2-bedroom apartment.

How are the schools in New London?

Schools in New London score 5.5 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 8.8% of adults in New London hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.7% have completed high school. 4.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is New London?

The obesity rate in New London is 41.0% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 20.2% of adults are smokers. 31.6% are physically inactive. 27.3% of residents report depression. 9.8% lack health insurance.

What is transportation like in New London?

The average commute in New London is 25 minutes. 78.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 0.9% work from home.

What are the demographics of New London?

The racial and ethnic makeup of New London is 92.2% White, 3% Black or African American. 99.2% of residents speak only English at home. 10.6% of the population are military veterans. 17.9% of residents have a disability. 93.4% have health insurance coverage.

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