New Ross, IN

Indiana · Metropolitan Area

New Ross is a small town in Indiana with a population of 381. Residents earn $55,625 per year, which is 26% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
381 Population 1,270/sq mi density
$55,625 Median Income $29,699 per capita
$130,300 Home Value $248,836 Zillow
$1,000 Median Rent 23.6% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$55,625 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$130,300 home value, $1,000/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,625
26% lower than US avg
Home Value $130,300
54% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.6%
69% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,000
14% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.0%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.0%
5% higher than US avg

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

People

Population381
Median Age50.0 yrs
Density1,270/mi²
Male / Female47% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans14.9%

Economy

B+
Median Income$55,625
Per Capita$29,699
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty13.0%
County GDP$10,412M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$130,300
Rent$1,000
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$248,836
Rent Burden23.6%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.3%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain43.3 in/yr
Elevation884 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.6%
High School+93.1%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 38%
Commute23 min
Broadband91.8%
Libraries6

Is New Ross a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, New Ross receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. New Ross offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in New Ross is $55,625, 26% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 13.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in New Ross is $130,300, 54% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,000 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

New Ross experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.3 inches, including 14.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

New Ross has a population of 381 with a density of 1,270 people per square mile. The median age is 50.0 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.9%).

Population

381
Total Population
1,270
People / sq mi
50.0yrs
Median Age
29% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.5%
Female 53.5%

Race & Ethnicity

New Ross vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.5%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.5%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

New Ross vs U.S. Average

The median household income in New Ross is $55,625, which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: New Ross vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,625
26% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,699
Avg Weekly Wage$1,028
IRS Avg AGI$87,147

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.0%
5% above US avg
Establishments (County)4,317
County GDP$10,412M

Business (County)

Restaurants370
Healthcare401
Retail474
Manufacturing97

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,788
8% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.91%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.8 min
Drive Alone90.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.3%

Walkability

The median home value in New Ross is $130,300, 54% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,000 (14% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $248,836.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$130,300
54% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$248,836

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,000
14% below US avg
Rent Burden23.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$816
1 Bedroom$882
2 Bedrooms$1,096
3 Bedrooms$1,391
4 Bedrooms$1,590

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied85.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,788
8% above US avg
Effective Rate2.91%
In New Ross, 38.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.3% report depression. 24.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.0%
18% above US avg
Diabetes10.1%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure33.6%
Asthma10.9%
COPD7.1%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.0%
Physical Inactivity24.6%
Depression26.3%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress12.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.0%
Checkup Rate77.9%
Premature Death6,172/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access76.8%
Healthcare Facilities401

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Safety Score

New Ross has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-4°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.2°F
5% below US avg
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.3 inches
14% above US avg
Snowfall14.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation884 ft (269 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density1,270/sq mi
Coordinates39.9646°N, 86.7142°W
County FIPS18063
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 10.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 21.5-point margin. 91.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.9%
D 38.4%

Winner: Republican by 21.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.6%
69% below US avg
High School+93.1%
School Test Score6.01
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,270/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.8%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities401
Restaurants370
Retail Stores474

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.8 min
Drive Alone90.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.3%

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