New Milford, PA

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.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
695 Population 681/sq mi density
$51,250 Median Income $37,649 per capita
$162,500 Home Value $232,063 Zillow
$938 Median Rent 30.7% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$51,250 median income, 6.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$162,500 home value, $938/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,250
32% lower than US avg
Home Value $162,500
42% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.0%
67% lower than US avg
Median Rent $938
19% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.6%
83% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 22.4%
81% higher than US avg

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

People

Population695
Median Age36.8 yrs
Density681/mi²
Male / Female44% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans10.2%

Economy

C+
Median Income$51,250
Per Capita$37,649
Unemployment6.6%
Poverty22.4%
County GDP$2,616M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$162,500
Rent$938
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$232,063
Rent Burden30.7%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp45°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain46.7 in/yr
Elevation1,100 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.0%
High School+89.0%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 27%
Commute25 min
Broadband89.5%
EV Stations1
Libraries4

Is New Milford a Good Place to Live?

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.

Economy & Jobs

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.

Cost of Living & Housing

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.

Education

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.

Climate & Weather

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.

New Milford has a population of 695 with a density of 681 people per square mile. The median age is 36.8 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.2%).

Population

695
Total Population
681
People / sq mi
36.8yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.5%
Female 56.5%

Race & Ethnicity

New Milford vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.6%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.4%
45% below US avg

Social Characteristics

New Milford vs U.S. Average

The median household income in New Milford is $51,250, which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 22.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: New Milford vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,250
32% below US avg
Per Capita Income$37,649
Avg Weekly Wage$976
IRS Avg AGI$90,369

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.6%
83% above US avg
Poverty Rate22.4%
81% above US avg
Establishments (County)990
County GDP$2,616M

Business (County)

Restaurants81
Healthcare59
Retail141
Manufacturing51

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,074
45% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.12%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.2 min
Drive Alone71.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.5%

Walkability

The median home value in New Milford is $162,500, 42% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $938 (19% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $232,063.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$162,500
42% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$232,063

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$938
19% below US avg
Rent Burden30.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$900
1 Bedroom$996
2 Bedrooms$1,225
3 Bedrooms$1,570
4 Bedrooms$1,744

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied50.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,074
45% above US avg
Effective Rate3.12%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.3%
Premature Death8,504/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access54.9%
Healthcare Facilities59

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

New Milford has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average45.2°F
16% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.7 inches
23% above US avg
Snowfall82.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,100 ft (335 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density681/sq mi
Coordinates41.8761°N, 75.7266°W
County FIPS42115
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 11.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (67% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 44.7-point margin. 89.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.9%
D 27.2%

Winner: Republican by 44.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.0%
67% below US avg
High School+89.0%
School Test Score5.95
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density681/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.5%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities59
Restaurants81
Retail Stores141

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.2 min
Drive Alone71.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.5%

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