New Ringgold, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

New Ringgold is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 252. Residents earn $53,603 per year, which is 29% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
252 Population 315/sq mi density
$53,603 Median Income $28,201 per capita
$110,200 Home Value $300,528 Zillow
$925 Median Rent 24.5% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$53,603 median income, 6.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$110,200 home value, $925/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,603
29% lower than US avg
Home Value $110,200
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.4%
78% lower than US avg
Median Rent $925
20% lower than US avg
Unemployment 6.7%
86% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.9%
77% lower than US avg

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

People

Population252
Median Age51.3 yrs
Density315/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans1.8%

Economy

B
Median Income$53,603
Per Capita$28,201
Unemployment6.7%
Poverty2.9%
County GDP$26,580M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$110,200
Rent$925
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$300,528
Rent Burden24.5%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain49.5 in/yr
Elevation668 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.4%
High School+88.7%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 56% / D 43%
Commute27 min
Broadband76.0%
Libraries25

Is New Ringgold a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, New Ringgold receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. New Ringgold offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in New Ringgold is $53,603, 29% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.7% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in New Ringgold is $110,200, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $925 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

New Ringgold experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.5 inches, including 21.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

New Ringgold has a population of 252 with a density of 315 people per square mile. The median age is 51.3 years, 32% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.2%), with 2% Hispanic.

Population

252
Total Population
315
People / sq mi
51.3yrs
Median Age
32% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.2%
Female 46.8%

Race & Ethnicity

New Ringgold vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.1%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.9%
78% below US avg

Social Characteristics

New Ringgold vs U.S. Average

The median household income in New Ringgold is $53,603, which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: New Ringgold vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,603
29% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,201
Avg Weekly Wage$1,223
IRS Avg AGI$73,856

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.7%
86% above US avg
Poverty Rate2.9%
77% below US avg
Establishments (County)8,917
County GDP$26,580M

Business (County)

Restaurants774
Healthcare964
Retail1,095
Manufacturing461

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,380
111% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.70%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.1 min
Drive Alone86.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.8%

Walkability

The median home value in New Ringgold is $110,200, 61% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $925 (20% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $300,528.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$110,200
61% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$300,528

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$925
20% below US avg
Rent Burden24.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied80.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,380
111% above US avg
Effective Rate6.70%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.8%
Premature Death7,368/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access86.2%
Healthcare Facilities964

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46

Safety Score

New Ringgold has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.2°F
3% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.5 inches
30% above US avg
Snowfall21.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation668 ft (204 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²)
Population Density315/sq mi
Coordinates40.6892°N, 75.9928°W
County FIPS42011
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 7.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (78% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 12.2-point margin. 76.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 55.6%
D 43.4%

Winner: Republican by 12.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.4%
78% below US avg
High School+88.7%
School Test Score5.95
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density315/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access76.0%
Public Libraries25
Healthcare Facilities964
Restaurants774
Retail Stores1,095

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)46

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.1 min
Drive Alone86.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.8%

Nearby Cities

Compare New Ringgold with another city: