Median Income
$45,556
39% lower than US avg
Home Value
$86,700
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
12.8%
62% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
42.2%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
12.3%
1% lower than US avg
How Newark Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population424
Median Age43.6 yrs
Density451/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans10.7%
Economy
B+
Median Income$45,556
Per Capita$18,607
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty12.3%
County GDP$93M
Commute31 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$86,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity42.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression32.8%
Heart Disease7.2%
Climate
Avg Temp54°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain42.5 in/yr
Elevation639 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+12.8%
High School+89.8%
School Score4.81
Community
2024 VoteR 82% / D 16%
Commute31 min
Broadband81.8%
Libraries1
Is Newark a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Newark receives an overall livability score of 3.5 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 $45,556, 39% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 12.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Newark is $86,700, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
12.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Newark experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Newark has a population of 424 with a density of 451 people per square mile. The median age is 43.6 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).
Population
43.6yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.3% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.7% |
| 95% below US avg |
The median household income in Newark is $45,556, which is 39% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $45,556 |
| 39% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $18,607 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $806 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $50,949 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 12.3% |
| 1% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 106 |
| County GDP | $93M |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 31.0 min |
| Drive Alone | 97.8% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 2.2% |
The median home value in Newark is $86,700, 69% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $86,700 |
| 69% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $714 |
| 1 Bedroom | $766 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $945 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,231 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,380 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
In Newark, 42.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 32.8% report depression. 33.0% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Newark vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 42.2% |
| 31% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 13.2% |
| Heart Disease | 7.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 38.4% |
| Asthma | 12.7% |
| COPD | 9.6% |
| Stroke | 3.5% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 33.0% |
| Depression | 32.8% |
| Mental Distress | 24.1% |
| Physical Distress | 16.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 94.7% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.2% |
| Premature Death | 12,689/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 46.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 11 |
Crime Rates: Newark vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
Safety Score
Newark has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.
Temperature
32°F Jan (0°C)
75°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 54.3°F |
| 1% above US avg |
| January Average | 32°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 42.5 inches |
| 12% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 39.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 639 ft (195 m) |
| Area | 0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 451/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.1201°N, 81.3874°W |
| County FIPS | 54105 |