Newark, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Newark is a small city in New York with a population of 9,040. Residents earn $58,096 per year, which is 23% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
9,040 Population 1,668/sq mi density
$58,096 Median Income $29,037 per capita
$122,600 Home Value $192,675 Zillow
$1,012 Median Rent
47°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$58,096 median income, 2.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$122,600 home value, $1,012/mo rent
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,096
23% lower than US avg
Home Value $122,600
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.2%
46% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,012
13% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.8%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.8%
11% higher than US avg

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

People

Population9,040
Median Age41.0 yrs
Density1,668/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 81%

Economy

B+
Median Income$58,096
Per Capita$29,037
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty13.8%
County GDP$5,130M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$122,600
Rent$1,012
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$192,675

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.5%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain39.9 in/yr
Elevation473 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.2%
High School+86.5%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 38%
Commute19 min
EV Stations7
Libraries13

Is Newark a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Newark receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. 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 $58,096, 23% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. 13.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Newark is $122,600, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,012 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

18.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Newark experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.9 inches, including 104.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Newark has a population of 9,040 with a density of 1,668 people per square mile. The median age is 41.0 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (81%), with 1.7% Hispanic, 4.2% Black, 1.1% Asian.

Population

9,040
Total Population
1,668
People / sq mi
41.0yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
5.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.1%
Female 49.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Newark vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.6%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.4%
60% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Newark vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Newark is $58,096, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Newark vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,096
23% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,037
Avg Weekly Wage$1,096
IRS Avg AGI$65,848

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.8%
11% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,114
County GDP$5,130M

Business (County)

Restaurants159
Healthcare142
Retail259
Manufacturing121

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,291
108% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.95%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.3 min
Work from Home5.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Newark is $122,600, 57% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,012 (13% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $192,675.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$122,600
57% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$192,675
Median List Price$169,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$169,900
$/Sq Ft$125
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio96.8%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory6

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,012
13% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,215
1 Bedroom$1,315
2 Bedrooms$1,579
3 Bedrooms$1,976
4 Bedrooms$2,193

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied57.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,291
108% above US avg
Effective Rate5.95%
In Newark, 40.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.5% report depression. 29.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.8%
27% above US avg
Diabetes10.6%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure31.0%
Asthma12.2%
COPD8.0%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.5%
Physical Inactivity29.6%
Depression23.5%
Mental Distress19.7%
Physical Distress15.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.3%
Checkup Rate77.8%
Premature Death8,850/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access63.7%
Healthcare Facilities142

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Safety Score

Newark 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 39.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average46.8°F
13% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.9 inches
5% above US avg
Snowfall104.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation473 ft (144 m)
Area5.4 sq mi (14.0 km²)
Population Density1,668/sq mi
Coordinates43.0420°N, 77.0940°W
County FIPS36117
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 18.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (46% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 23.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.5%
D 38.5%

Winner: Republican by 23.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.2%
46% below US avg
High School+86.5%
School Test Score5.39
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,668/sq mi
Total Area5.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations7
Alt Fuel Stations7
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities142
Restaurants159
Retail Stores259

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.3 min
Work from Home5.5%

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