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New Paris, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

New Paris is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 198. Residents earn $61,042 per year, which is 19% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
198 Population 3,300/sq mi density
$61,042 Median Income $25,951 per capita
$96,400 Home Value
$775 Median Rent 22.5% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$61,042 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$96,400 home value, $775/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
14.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $61,042
19% lower than US avg
Home Value $96,400
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.1%
58% lower than US avg
Median Rent $775
33% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.9%
20% higher than US avg

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

People

Population198
Median Age40.9 yrs
Density3,300/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans5.5%

Economy

B+
Median Income$61,042
Per Capita$25,951
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty14.9%
County GDP$6,208M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$96,400
Rent$775
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units94
Rent Burden22.5%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain39.7 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,277 ft (389 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.1%
High School+91.4%
Graduate+1.3%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute25 min
Broadband75.0%
Libraries14

Is New Paris a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, New Paris receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. New Paris offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in New Paris is $61,042, 19% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 14.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in New Paris is $96,400, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $775 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

New Paris experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

New Paris has a population of 198 with a density of 3,300 people per square mile. The median age is 40.9 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.9%).

Population

198
Total Population
3,300
People / sq mi
40.9yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.9%
Female 55.1%

Race & Ethnicity

New Paris vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.6%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.4%
82% below US avg

Social Characteristics

New Paris vs U.S. Average

The median household income in New Paris is $61,042, which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: New Paris vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,042
19% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,951
Avg Weekly Wage$958
IRS Avg AGI$60,334

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.9%
20% above US avg
Establishments (County)3,304
County GDP$6,208M

Business (County)

Restaurants299
Healthcare471
Retail469
Manufacturing107

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,651
33% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.82%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.3 min
Drive Alone67.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.8%

Walkability

The median home value in New Paris is $96,400, 66% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $775 (33% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$96,400
66% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$775
33% below US avg
Rent Burden22.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied69.3%
Housing Units94
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,651
33% above US avg
Effective Rate4.82%
New Paris has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.7 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-3°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average49.7°F
8% below US avg
January Average28°F (-3°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.7 inches
4% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,277 ft (389 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.2 km²)
Population Density3,300/sq mi
Coordinates40.1084°N, 78.6431°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42021
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 14.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (58% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39.7-point margin. 75.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.5%
D 29.8%

Winner: Republican by 39.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.1%
58% below US avg
High School+91.4%
Graduate Degree+1.3%
School Test Score5.95
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density3,300/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access75.0%
Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities471
Restaurants299
Retail Stores469

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.3 min
Drive Alone67.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.8%

Nearby Cities

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