New Middletown, IN

Indiana · Metropolitan Area

New Middletown is a small town in Indiana with a population of 67. Residents earn $76,250 per year, which is 1% above the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
67 Population 1,675/sq mi density
$76,250 Median Income $26,919 per capita
$116,700 Home Value
$850 Median Rent 23.5% income on rent
56°F Avg Temperature 290 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$76,250 median income, 8.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$116,700 home value, $850/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $76,250
1% higher than US avg
Home Value $116,700
59% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.6%
60% lower than US avg
Median Rent $850
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.7%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 8.2%
128% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.7%
38% lower than US avg

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

People

Population67
Median Age33.3 yrs
Density1,675/mi²
Male / Female42% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans49.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$76,250
Per Capita$26,919
Unemployment8.2%
Poverty7.7%
County GDP$1,705M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$116,700
Rent$850
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units37
Rent Burden23.5%

Health

Obesity36.7%
Uninsured6.2%
Smoking12.9%
Depression23.3%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (14°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain51.0 in/yr
Sunny Days290/yr
Elevation704 ft (215 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.6%
High School+93.2%
Graduate+2.4%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%
Commute31 min
Broadband23.0%
Libraries5

Is New Middletown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, New Middletown receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. New Middletown offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in New Middletown is $76,250, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 8.2%, unemployment is notably high. Only 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in New Middletown is $116,700, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $850 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

New Middletown enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 290 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 51.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

New Middletown has a population of 67 with a density of 1,675 people per square mile. The median age is 33.3 years, 14% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91%), with 3% Black.

Population

67
Total Population
1,675
People / sq mi
33.3yrs
Median Age
14% below US avg
0.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.8%
Female 58.2%

Race & Ethnicity

New Middletown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

New Middletown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in New Middletown is $76,250, which is 1% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: New Middletown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$76,250
1% above US avg
Per Capita Income$26,919
Avg Weekly Wage$958
IRS Avg AGI$67,949

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.2%
128% above US avg
Poverty Rate7.7%
38% below US avg
Establishments (County)750
County GDP$1,705M

Business (County)

Restaurants58
Healthcare84
Retail104
Manufacturing36

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,525
28% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.16%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.2 min
Drive Alone77.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.5%

Walkability

The median home value in New Middletown is $116,700, 59% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $850 (27% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$116,700
59% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$850
27% below US avg
Rent Burden23.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied69.6%
Housing Units37
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,525
28% below US avg
Effective Rate2.16%
In New Middletown, 36.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.2% of residents lack health insurance. 12.9% are current smokers. 23.3% report depression. 18.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.7%
14% above US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure28.8%
Asthma10.1%
COPD5.4%
Cancer6.6%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.9%
8% below US avg
Binge Drinking18.2%
Physical Inactivity18.7%
Depression23.3%
Mental Distress16.7%
Physical Distress10.5%
Short Sleep35.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate80.5%
Uninsured6.2%
28% below US avg
Checkup Rate70.3%
Dental Visits61.3%
Premature Death12,001/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access41.4%
Healthcare Facilities84
New Middletown has an average annual temperature of 56°F (14°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.0 inches. The area enjoys 290 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average56.3°F
4% above US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days290 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.0 inches
34% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation704 ft (215 m)
Area0.0 sq mi (0.1 km²)
Population Density1,675/sq mi
Coordinates38.1644°N, 86.0507°W
TimezoneAmerica/Indiana/Indianapolis
County FIPS18061
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 13.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (60% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 47-point margin. 23.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.6%
D 25.6%

Winner: Republican by 47 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.6%
60% below US avg
High School+93.2%
Graduate Degree+2.4%
School Test Score6.01
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,675/sq mi
Total Area0.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access23.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities84
Restaurants58
Retail Stores104

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.2 min
Drive Alone77.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.5%

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