Median Income
$60,179
20% lower than US avg
Home Value
$125,000
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
10.5%
69% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,153
1% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
36.3%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
1.4%
89% lower than US avg
How New Point Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population252
Median Age42.3 yrs
Density813/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Economy
A
Median Income$60,179
Per Capita$36,413
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty1.4%
County GDP$1,895M
Commute19 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$125,000
Rent$1,153
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$181,745
Rent Burden14.3%
Health
Obesity36.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.7%
Heart Disease5.5%
Climate
Avg Temp54°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain47.0 in/yr
Elevation977 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+10.5%
High School+76.2%
School Score6.01
Community
2024 VoteR 78% / D 20%
Commute19 min
Libraries3
Is New Point a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, New Point receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. New Point offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in New Point is $60,179, 20% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. Only 1.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in New Point is $125,000, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,153 per month. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
10.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 76.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.
Climate & Weather
New Point experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.0 inches, including 13.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
New Point has a population of 252 with a density of 813 people per square mile. The median age is 42.3 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.5%), with 6% Hispanic.
Population
42.3yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
New Point vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.1% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.9% |
| 86% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
New Point vs U.S. Average
The median household income in New Point is $60,179, which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.
Income: New Point vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $60,179 |
| 20% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $36,413 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,117 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $63,563 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.9% |
| 47% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 1.4% |
| 89% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 707 |
| County GDP | $1,895M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 57 |
| Healthcare | 69 |
| Retail | 113 |
| Manufacturing | 47 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,903 |
| 17% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.32% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 18.8 min |
| Work from Home | 0.8% |
The median home value in New Point is $125,000, 56% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,153 (1% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $181,745.
Home Values
| Census Median | $125,000 |
| 56% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $181,745 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,153 |
| 1% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 14.3% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $816 |
| 1 Bedroom | $882 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,096 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,391 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,590 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,903 |
| 17% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.32% |
In New Point, 36.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.7% report depression. 23.4% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: New Point vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 36.3% |
| 13% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.5% |
| Heart Disease | 5.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.3% |
| Asthma | 11.0% |
| COPD | 6.7% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 19.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.4% |
| Depression | 26.7% |
| Mental Distress | 18.6% |
| Physical Distress | 12.5% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 90.2% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.6% |
| Premature Death | 10,091/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 55.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 69 |
Crime Rates: New Point vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
Safety Score
New Point has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
29°F Jan (-2°C)
75°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 53.6°F |
| 1% below US avg |
| January Average | 29°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 47.0 inches |
| 24% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 13.3 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 977 ft (298 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 813/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.3096°N, 85.3269°W |
| County FIPS | 18031 |