Newberry, IN

Indiana

Newberry is a small town in Indiana with a population of 118. Residents earn $50,313 per year, which is 33% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
118 Population 246/sq mi density
$50,313 Median Income $22,750 per capita
$83,600 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$50,313 median income, 9.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$83,600 home value
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $50,313
33% lower than US avg
Home Value $83,600
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.5%
69% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.9%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 9.2%
156% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.3%
15% higher than US avg

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

People

Population118
Median Age33.5 yrs
Density246/mi²
Male / Female48% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans87.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$50,313
Per Capita$22,750
Unemployment9.2%
Poverty14.3%
County GDP$2,274M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$83,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.2%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain49.6 in/yr
Elevation558 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.5%
High School+98.8%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 17%
Commute25 min
Broadband49.0%
EV Stations1
Libraries2

Is Newberry a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Newberry receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Newberry offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Newberry is $50,313, 33% below the national average of $75,149. At 9.2%, unemployment is notably high. 14.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Newberry is $83,600, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 98.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Newberry enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.6 inches, including 18.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Newberry has a population of 118 with a density of 246 people per square mile. The median age is 33.5 years, 14% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.2%).

Population

118
Total Population
246
People / sq mi
33.5yrs
Median Age
14% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.5%
Female 52.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Newberry vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Newberry vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Newberry is $50,313, which is 33% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Newberry vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$50,313
33% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,750
Avg Weekly Wage$955
IRS Avg AGI$70,620

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.2%
156% above US avg
Poverty Rate14.3%
15% above US avg
Establishments (County)978
County GDP$2,274M

Business (County)

Restaurants63
Healthcare74
Retail116
Manufacturing112

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,847
19% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.41%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.6 min
Drive Alone85.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Newberry is $83,600, 70% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$83,600
70% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$816
1 Bedroom$882
2 Bedrooms$1,096
3 Bedrooms$1,391
4 Bedrooms$1,590

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied89.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,847
19% below US avg
Effective Rate3.41%
In Newberry, 38.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.2% report depression. 25.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.9%
21% above US avg
Diabetes10.7%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure33.7%
Asthma11.5%
COPD7.8%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.7%
Physical Inactivity25.4%
Depression27.2%
Mental Distress19.6%
Physical Distress13.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate76.8%
Premature Death7,724/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access51.7%
Healthcare Facilities74

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Newberry has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-0°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average55.8°F
3% above US avg
January Average31°F (-0°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.6 inches
30% above US avg
Snowfall18.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation558 ft (170 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density246/sq mi
Coordinates38.9239°N, 87.0194°W
County FIPS18027
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 10.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 64.3-point margin. 49.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.5%
D 17.2%

Winner: Republican by 64.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.5%
69% below US avg
High School+98.8%
School Test Score6.01
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density246/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access49.0%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities74
Restaurants63
Retail Stores116

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.6 min
Drive Alone85.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.3%

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