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New Providence, IA

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New Providence is a small town in Iowa with a population of 196. Residents earn $83,250 per year, which is 11% above the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
196 Population 196/sq mi density
$83,250 Median Income $34,942 per capita
$80,000 Home Value $167,427 Zillow
$589 Median Rent 32.5% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$83,250 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$80,000 home value, $589/mo rent
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
29.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $83,250
11% higher than US avg
Home Value $80,000
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 29.6%
12% lower than US avg
Median Rent $589
49% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.1%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.6%
71% lower than US avg

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

People

Population196
Median Age36.5 yrs
Density196/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans1.3%

Economy

A+
Median Income$83,250
Per Capita$34,942
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty3.6%
County GDP$1,142M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$80,000
Rent$589
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$167,427
Housing Units92
Rent Burden32.5%

Health

Obesity38.1%
Uninsured6.8%
Smoking15.7%
Depression21.6%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.9 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation1,130 ft (344 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+29.6%
High School+90.8%
Graduate+5.1%
School Score5.73

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute32 min
Broadband79.0%
Libraries8

Is New Providence a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, New Providence receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. New Providence stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in New Providence is $83,250, 11% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 3.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in New Providence is $80,000, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $589 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

29.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

New Providence experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.9 inches, including 33.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

New Providence has a population of 196 with a density of 196 people per square mile. The median age is 36.5 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.4%), with 3.1% Hispanic.

Population

196
Total Population
196
People / sq mi
36.5yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Race & Ethnicity

New Providence vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.5%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.5%
89% below US avg

Social Characteristics

New Providence vs U.S. Average

The median household income in New Providence is $83,250, which is 11% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: New Providence vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$83,250
11% above US avg
Per Capita Income$34,942
Avg Weekly Wage$1,040
IRS Avg AGI$73,609

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.6%
71% below US avg
Establishments (County)650
County GDP$1,142M

Business (County)

Restaurants33
Healthcare53
Retail64
Manufacturing21

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,023
15% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.03%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.2 min
Drive Alone86.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.1%

Walkability

The median home value in New Providence is $80,000, 72% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $589 (49% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $167,427.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$80,000
72% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$167,427

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$589
49% below US avg
Rent Burden32.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$738
1 Bedroom$788
2 Bedrooms$989
3 Bedrooms$1,282
4 Bedrooms$1,420

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied70.9%
Housing Units92
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,023
15% above US avg
Effective Rate5.03%
In New Providence, 38.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.8% of residents lack health insurance. 15.7% are current smokers. 21.6% report depression. 23.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.1%
19% above US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure30.7%
Asthma10.0%
COPD6.0%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.7%
12% above US avg
Binge Drinking24.2%
Physical Inactivity23.0%
Depression21.6%
Mental Distress17.5%
Physical Distress11.8%
Short Sleep31.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.8%
Uninsured6.8%
21% below US avg
Checkup Rate74.9%
Dental Visits66.6%
Premature Death7,029/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access85.0%
Healthcare Facilities53
New Providence has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.9 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average46.9°F
13% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.9 inches
0% below US avg
Snowfall33.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,130 ft (344 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.6 km²)
Population Density196/sq mi
Coordinates42.2813°N, 93.1716°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS19083
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 29.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (12% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 38.4-point margin. 79.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 68.7%
D 30.3%

Winner: Republican by 38.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+29.6%
12% below US avg
High School+90.8%
Graduate Degree+5.1%
School Test Score5.73
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density196/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access79.0%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities53
Restaurants33
Retail Stores64

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.2 min
Drive Alone86.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.1%

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