Newark, MD

Maryland

Newark is a small town in Maryland with a population of 347. Residents earn $105,093 per year, which is 40% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
347 Population 37/sq mi density
$105,093 Median Income $65,082 per capita
$337,000 Home Value $347,412 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
59°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$105,093 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$337,000 home value
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
9.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $105,093
40% higher than US avg
Home Value $337,000
20% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.3%
72% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.2%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.6%
55% lower than US avg

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

People

Population347
Median Age50.8 yrs
Density37/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 65%

Economy

A+
Median Income$105,093
Per Capita$65,082
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty5.6%
County GDP$4,138M
Commute48 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$337,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$347,412

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.6%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain47.4 in/yr
Elevation33 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.3%
High School+93.6%
School Score5.85

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 38%
Commute48 min
EV Stations1
Libraries5

Is Newark a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Newark receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Newark offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Newark is $105,093, which is significantly higher than the national average — 40% above $75,149. This places Newark among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 5.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 48 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Newark is $337,000, 20% above the national median. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

9.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Newark enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.4 inches, including 10.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Newark has a population of 347 with a density of 37 people per square mile. The median age is 50.8 years, 31% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (65.4%), with 12.4% Hispanic, 14.7% Black.

Population

347
Total Population
37
People / sq mi
50.8yrs
Median Age
31% above US avg
9.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.4%
Female 53.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Newark vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Newark vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Newark is $105,093, which is 40% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 48 minutes.

Income: Newark vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$105,093
40% above US avg
Per Capita Income$65,082
Avg Weekly Wage$882
IRS Avg AGI$84,523

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.6%
55% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,455
County GDP$4,138M

Business (County)

Restaurants478
Healthcare168
Retail376
Manufacturing39

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,989
43% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.48%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time47.8 min
Work from Home31.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Newark is $337,000, 20% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $347,412.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$337,000
20% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$347,412

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

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-Occupied68.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,989
43% above US avg
Effective Rate1.48%
In Newark, 34.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.6% report depression. 23.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Newark vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.2%
7% above US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure33.4%
Asthma10.3%
COPD6.2%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.6%
Physical Inactivity23.4%
Depression22.6%
Mental Distress17.5%
Physical Distress12.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate76.5%
Checkup Rate77.7%
Premature Death7,635/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access84.4%
Healthcare Facilities168

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Safety Score

Newark has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average59.3°F
10% above US avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.4 inches
25% above US avg
Snowfall10.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation33 ft (10 m)
Area9.4 sq mi (24.4 km²)
Population Density37/sq mi
Coordinates38.2681°N, 75.2886°W
County FIPS24047
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 9.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 22-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60%
D 38%

Winner: Republican by 22 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.3%
72% below US avg
High School+93.6%
School Test Score5.85
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density37/sq mi
Total Area9.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities168
Restaurants478
Retail Stores376

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute47.8 min
Work from Home31.3%

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