New Stanton, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

New Stanton is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 2,538. Residents earn $74,265 per year, which is 1% below the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
2,538 Population 633/sq mi density
$74,265 Median Income $39,214 per capita
$244,500 Home Value $228,414 Zillow
$1,067 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$74,265 median income, 3.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.8 / 5.0
$244,500 home value, $1,067/mo rent
A
Education
4.1 / 5.0
38.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $74,265
1% lower than US avg
Home Value $244,500
13% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 38.5%
14% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,067
8% lower than US avg
Unemployment 3.8%
6% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.1%
91% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,538
Median Age41.3 yrs
Density633/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

A
Median Income$74,265
Per Capita$39,214
Unemployment3.8%
Poverty1.1%
County GDP$19,388M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$244,500
Rent$1,067
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$228,414

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain40.9 in/yr
Elevation1,040 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+38.5%
High School+96.3%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 35%
Commute25 min
EV Stations2
Libraries22

Is New Stanton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, New Stanton receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include a highly educated population, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. New Stanton 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 Stanton is $74,265, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.8%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 1.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in New Stanton is $244,500, 13% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,067 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 38.5% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

New Stanton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.9 inches, including 21.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

New Stanton has a population of 2,538 with a density of 633 people per square mile. The median age is 41.3 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.3%).

Population

2,538
Total Population
633
People / sq mi
41.3yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
4.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

New Stanton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.5%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.5%
81% below US avg

Social Characteristics

New Stanton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in New Stanton is $74,265, which is 1% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 1.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: New Stanton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$74,265
1% below US avg
Per Capita Income$39,214
Avg Weekly Wage$1,087
IRS Avg AGI$80,248

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.8%
6% above US avg
Poverty Rate1.1%
91% below US avg
Establishments (County)9,132
County GDP$19,388M

Business (County)

Restaurants780
Healthcare1,116
Retail1,146
Manufacturing486

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,108
75% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.50%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.6 min
Work from Home15.1%

Walkability

The median home value in New Stanton is $244,500, 13% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,067 (8% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $228,414.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$244,500
13% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$228,414
Median List Price$382,450

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$382,450
$/Sq Ft$151
Homes Sold5
Sale-to-List Ratio98.3%
Price Drops33.3%
Inventory9

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,067
8% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied64.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,108
75% above US avg
Effective Rate2.50%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.2%
Premature Death8,507/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access89.3%
Healthcare Facilities1,116

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)32

Safety Score

New Stanton has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average52.1°F
4% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.9 inches
8% above US avg
Snowfall21.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,040 ft (317 m)
Area4.0 sq mi (10.4 km²)
Population Density633/sq mi
Coordinates40.2223°N, 79.6088°W
County FIPS42129
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 38.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (14% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 28.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 63.9%
D 35.4%

Winner: Republican by 28.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+38.5%
14% above US avg
High School+96.3%
School Test Score5.95
A Education Grade (4.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density633/sq mi
Total Area4.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations4
Public Libraries22
Healthcare Facilities1,116
Restaurants780
Retail Stores1,146

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)32

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.6 min
Work from Home15.1%

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