New London, NC

North Carolina

New London is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 594. Residents earn $59,688 per year, which is 21% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
594 Population 300/sq mi density
$59,688 Median Income $37,724 per capita
$256,300 Home Value $304,927 Zillow
$1,105 Median Rent 47.2% income on rent
60°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$59,688 median income, 1.4% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$256,300 home value, $1,105/mo rent
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
29.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $59,688
21% lower than US avg
Home Value $256,300
9% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 29.0%
14% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,105
5% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.4%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.7%
59% higher than US avg

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

People

Population594
Median Age38.2 yrs
Density300/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Veterans7.1%

Economy

B+
Median Income$59,688
Per Capita$37,724
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty19.7%
County GDP$2,785M
Commute23 min

Housing

A
Home Value$256,300
Rent$1,105
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$304,927
Rent Burden47.2%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.0%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain48.3 in/yr
Elevation667 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+29.0%
High School+94.6%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 24%
Commute23 min
Broadband90.7%
Libraries6

Is New London a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, New London receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, 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 $59,688, 21% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. The poverty rate of 19.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in New London is $256,300, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,105 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

29.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

New London enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

New London has a population of 594 with a density of 300 people per square mile. The median age is 38.2 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.4%), with 2.7% Black.

Population

594
Total Population
300
People / sq mi
38.2yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
2.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

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 $59,688, which is 21% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 19.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: New London vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$59,688
21% below US avg
Per Capita Income$37,724
Avg Weekly Wage$860
IRS Avg AGI$67,178

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below US avg
Poverty Rate19.7%
59% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,703
County GDP$2,785M

Business (County)

Restaurants130
Healthcare162
Retail249
Manufacturing85

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,478
1% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.36%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.2 min
Drive Alone80.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.1%

Walkability

The median home value in New London is $256,300, 9% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,105 (5% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $304,927.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$256,300
9% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$304,927
Median List Price$300,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$300,000
$/Sq Ft$212
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory11

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,105
5% below US avg
Rent Burden47.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$932
1 Bedroom$981
2 Bedrooms$1,161
3 Bedrooms$1,499
4 Bedrooms$1,780

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied69.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,478
1% below US avg
Effective Rate1.36%
In New London, 35.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.0% report depression. 23.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.4%
10% above US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure32.8%
Asthma11.5%
COPD7.4%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.5%
Physical Inactivity23.7%
Depression28.0%
Mental Distress19.4%
Physical Distress13.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.4%
Checkup Rate76.7%
Premature Death10,233/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access68.0%
Healthcare Facilities162

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

New London has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average60.3°F
12% above US avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.3 inches
27% above US avg
Snowfall0.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation667 ft (203 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.1 km²)
Population Density300/sq mi
Coordinates35.4349°N, 80.2198°W
County FIPS37167
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 29.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (14% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 50.9-point margin. 90.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.1%
D 24.2%

Winner: Republican by 50.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+29.0%
14% below US avg
High School+94.6%
School Test Score5.46
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density300/sq mi
Total Area2.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.7%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities162
Restaurants130
Retail Stores249

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.2 min
Drive Alone80.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.1%

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