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
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
50.8yrs
Median Age
31% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
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
| 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
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 5.6% |
| 55% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 2,455 |
| County GDP | $4,138M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 478 |
| Healthcare | 168 |
| Retail | 376 |
| Manufacturing | 39 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,989 |
| 43% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.48% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 47.8 min |
| Work from Home | 31.3% |
The median home value in Newark is $337,000, 20% above the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $347,412.
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
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,989 |
| 43% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.48% |
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
| Obesity | 34.2% |
| 7% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.9% |
| Heart Disease | 5.4% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.4% |
| Asthma | 10.3% |
| COPD | 6.2% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 21.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.4% |
| Depression | 22.6% |
| Mental Distress | 17.5% |
| Physical Distress | 12.5% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 76.5% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.7% |
| Premature Death | 7,635/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 84.4% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 168 |
Crime Rates: Newark vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
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 Average | 59.3°F |
| 10% above US avg |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 47.4 inches |
| 25% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 10.2 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 33 ft (10 m) |
| Area | 9.4 sq mi (24.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 37/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.2681°N, 75.2886°W |
| County FIPS | 24047 |