New Washington, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

New Washington is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 35. Residents earn $70,000 per year, which is 7% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
35 Population 15/sq mi density
$70,000 Median Income $33,117 per capita
$65,000 Home Value
$533 Median Rent 12.5% income on rent
47°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$70,000 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$65,000 home value, $533/mo rent
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,000
7% lower than US avg
Home Value $65,000
77% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.6%
89% lower than US avg
Median Rent $533
54% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.9%
77% lower than US avg

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

People

Population35
Median Age42.5 yrs
Density15/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans30.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$70,000
Per Capita$33,117
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty2.9%
County GDP$6,208M
Commute45 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$65,000
Rent$533
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units38
Rent Burden12.5%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain48.3 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,626 ft (496 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.6%
High School+82.1%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute45 min
Broadband16.0%
Libraries14

Is New Washington a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, New Washington receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. New Washington offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in New Washington is $70,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 45 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in New Washington is $65,000, 77% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $533 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

3.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

New Washington experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 48.3 inches, including 63.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

New Washington has a population of 35 with a density of 15 people per square mile. The median age is 42.5 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

35
Total Population
15
People / sq mi
42.5yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
2.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.4%
Female 48.6%

Race & Ethnicity

New Washington vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

New Washington vs U.S. Average

The median household income in New Washington is $70,000, which is 7% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 45 minutes.

Income: New Washington vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,000
7% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,117
Avg Weekly Wage$958
IRS Avg AGI$60,334

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.9%
77% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,304
County GDP$6,208M

Business (County)

Restaurants299
Healthcare471
Retail469
Manufacturing107

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,651
33% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate7.16%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time45.3 min
Drive Alone84.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in New Washington is $65,000, 77% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $533 (54% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$65,000
77% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$533
54% below US avg
Rent Burden12.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied62.5%
Housing Units38
Median Year Built1984

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,651
33% above US avg
Effective Rate7.16%
New Washington has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.3 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average47.1°F
13% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.3 inches
27% above US avg
Snowfall63.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,626 ft (496 m)
Area2.3 sq mi (5.9 km²)
Population Density15/sq mi
Coordinates40.8209°N, 78.7026°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42021
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 3.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (89% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 39.7-point margin. 16.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 69.5%
D 29.8%

Winner: Republican by 39.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.6%
89% below US avg
High School+82.1%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.95
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density15/sq mi
Total Area2.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access16.0%
Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities471
Restaurants299
Retail Stores469

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute45.3 min
Drive Alone84.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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