Median Income
$39,196
48% lower than US avg
Home Value
$143,500
49% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
62.6%
86% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate
35.8%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
2.7%
79% lower than US avg
How New River Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population377
Median Age55.6 yrs
Density967/mi²
Male / Female32% / 68%
Largest GroupWhite 27%
Veterans7.7%
Economy
B+
Median Income$39,196
Per Capita$35,674
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty2.7%
Commute29 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$143,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity35.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.9%
Heart Disease4.8%
Climate
Avg Temp53°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain42.1 in/yr
Elevation1,956 ft
Education
A+
Bachelor's+62.6%
High School+95.8%
School Score5.58
Community
2024 VoteR 49% / D 49%
Commute29 min
Broadband90.0%
Libraries1
Is New River a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, New River receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. New River 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 River is $39,196, 48% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in New River is $143,500, 49% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
New River is a highly educated community — 62.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 95.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.
Climate & Weather
New River experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
New River has a population of 377 with a density of 967 people per square mile. The median age is 55.6 years, 43% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (65.3%), with 27.3% White.
Population
55.6yrs
Median Age
43% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
New River vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
New River vs U.S. Average
The median household income in New River is $39,196, which is 48% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
Income: New River vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $39,196 |
| 48% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $35,674 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,039 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $56,929 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 2.7% |
| 79% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 372 |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 43 |
| Healthcare | 43 |
| Retail | 36 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,194 |
| 9% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.23% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 28.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 95.7% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 4.3% |
The median home value in New River is $143,500, 49% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $143,500 |
| 49% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,137 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,181 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,369 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,787 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,126 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,194 |
| 9% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.23% |
In New River, 35.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.9% report depression. 22.4% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: New River vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 35.8% |
| 12% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 11.1% |
| Heart Disease | 4.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.5% |
| Asthma | 11.1% |
| COPD | 4.8% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 15.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 22.4% |
| Depression | 20.9% |
| Mental Distress | 16.5% |
| Physical Distress | 11.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 93.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 79.4% |
| Premature Death | 8,739/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 77.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 43 |
Crime Rates: New River vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
New River has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
Temperature
33°F Jan (0°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 53.0°F |
| 2% below US avg |
| January Average | 33°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 42.1 inches |
| 11% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 35.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,956 ft (596 m) |
| Area | 0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 967/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.1429°N, 80.5958°W |
| County FIPS | 51750 |