New Windsor, MD

Maryland · Metropolitan Area

New Windsor is a small town in Maryland with a population of 1,338. Residents earn $111,731 per year, which is 49% above the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
1,338 Population 1,808/sq mi density
$111,731 Median Income $48,134 per capita
$337,500 Home Value $471,794 Zillow
$330 Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$111,731 median income, 3.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$337,500 home value, $330/mo rent
B+
Education
3.8 / 5.0
34.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $111,731
49% higher than US avg
Home Value $337,500
20% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 34.8%
3% higher than US avg
Median Rent $330
72% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.2%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.4%
6% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.7%
38% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,338
Median Age45.4 yrs
Density1,808/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 85%

Economy

A+
Median Income$111,731
Per Capita$48,134
Unemployment3.4%
Poverty7.7%
County GDP$8,877M
Commute39 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$337,500
Rent$330
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$471,794

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.2%
Heart Disease4.6%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain46.7 in/yr
Elevation528 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+34.8%
High School+95.2%
School Score5.85

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 36%
Commute39 min
EV Stations1
Libraries11

Is New Windsor a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, New Windsor receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. New Windsor 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 Windsor is $111,731, which is significantly higher than the national average — 49% above $75,149. This places New Windsor among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in New Windsor is $337,500, 20% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $330 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 34.8% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 95.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

New Windsor experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.7 inches, including 27.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

New Windsor has a population of 1,338 with a density of 1,808 people per square mile. The median age is 45.4 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.5%), with 10.8% Black.

Population

1,338
Total Population
1,808
People / sq mi
45.4yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

New Windsor vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.5%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.5%
89% below US avg

Social Characteristics

New Windsor vs U.S. Average

The median household income in New Windsor is $111,731, which is 49% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 39 minutes.

Income: New Windsor vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$111,731
49% above US avg
Per Capita Income$48,134
Avg Weekly Wage$1,104
IRS Avg AGI$98,808

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.4%
6% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.7%
38% below US avg
Establishments (County)4,506
County GDP$8,877M

Business (County)

Restaurants283
Healthcare508
Retail457
Manufacturing127

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,163
48% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.53%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time38.7 min
Work from Home17.9%

Walkability

The median home value in New Windsor is $337,500, 20% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $330 (72% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $471,794.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$337,500
20% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$471,794
Median List Price$450,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$450,000
$/Sq Ft$188
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio106.7%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory5

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$330
72% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,312
1 Bedroom$1,400
2 Bedrooms$1,648
3 Bedrooms$2,123
4 Bedrooms$2,442

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied93.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,163
48% above US avg
Effective Rate1.53%
In New Windsor, 37.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.2% report depression. 20.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.2%
16% above US avg
Diabetes8.0%
Heart Disease4.6%
High Blood Pressure29.3%
Asthma10.3%
COPD4.8%
Stroke2.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.3%
Physical Inactivity20.8%
Depression24.2%
Mental Distress16.4%
Physical Distress10.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.0%
Checkup Rate73.5%
Premature Death6,289/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access87.4%
Healthcare Facilities508

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Safety Score

New Windsor has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-0°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.0°F
2% below US avg
January Average31°F (-0°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.7 inches
23% above US avg
Snowfall27.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation528 ft (161 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density1,808/sq mi
Coordinates39.5429°N, 77.0992°W
County FIPS24013
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 34.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (3% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 25-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.2%
D 36.2%

Winner: Republican by 25 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+34.8%
3% above US avg
High School+95.2%
School Test Score5.85
B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,808/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries11
Healthcare Facilities508
Restaurants283
Retail Stores457

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute38.7 min
Work from Home17.9%

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