Pennsylvania
New Milford is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 695. Residents earn $51,250 per year, which is 32% below the national average.
Based on current data, New Milford receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. New Milford offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in New Milford is $51,250, 32% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 22.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
The median home value in New Milford is $162,500, 42% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $938 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
11.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
New Milford has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.7 inches, including 82.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
| English Only | 92.6% |
| 18% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 7.4% |
| 45% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $51,250 |
| 32% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $37,649 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $976 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $90,369 |
| Unemployment | 6.6% |
| 83% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 22.4% |
| 81% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 990 |
| County GDP | $2,616M |
| Restaurants | 81 |
| Healthcare | 59 |
| Retail | 141 |
| Manufacturing | 51 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,074 |
| 45% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.12% |
| Commute Time | 25.2 min |
| Drive Alone | 71.8% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 6.5% |
| Census Median | $162,500 |
| 42% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $232,063 |
| Census Median Rent | $938 |
| 19% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 30.7% |
| Studio | $900 |
| 1 Bedroom | $996 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,225 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,570 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,744 |
| Owner-Occupied | 50.7% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,074 |
| 45% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 3.12% |
| Insurance Rate | 88.3% |
| Premature Death | 8,504/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 54.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 59 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 9 |
| Annual Average | 45.2°F |
| 16% below US avg | |
| January Average | 22°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 68°F (20°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 46.7 inches |
| 23% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 82.7 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 1,100 ft (335 m) |
| Area | 1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 681/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.8761°N, 75.7266°W |
| County FIPS | 42115 |
Winner: Republican by 44.7 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 11.0% |
| 67% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 89.0% |
| School Test Score | 5.95 |
| RUCC Code 8 | Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent |
| Population Density | 681/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.0 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 89.5% |
| EV Charging Stations | 1 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 2 |
| Public Libraries | 4 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 59 |
| Restaurants | 81 |
| Retail Stores | 141 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 9 |
| Avg Commute | 25.2 min |
| Drive Alone | 71.8% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 6.5% |