New Palestine, IN
Full City Profile · Indiana · Hancock County County
New Palestine, IN
At a Glance
How New Palestine Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows New Palestine's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is New Palestine a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
New Palestine residents earn a median household income of $93,170 , which is 24% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $50,156. The unemployment rate stands at 4.3% (19% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 2,045 business establishments, including 132 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in New Palestine is $320,300 , 14% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $384,005. Median rent is $1,200/month, with 28.2% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 93.3 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 2000.
Safety & Crime
New Palestine reports 234 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 38% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 78/100K.
Education
39.1% of adults in New Palestine hold a bachelor's degree or higher (16% above the national average). 96.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
New Palestine has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.1 inches.