Newberry, MI

Michigan

Newberry is a small town in Michigan with a population of 1,453. Residents earn $49,758 per year, which is 34% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
1,453 Population 1,483/sq mi density
$49,758 Median Income $28,566 per capita
$65,800 Home Value $113,064 Zillow
$939 Median Rent
42°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$49,758 median income, 3.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$65,800 home value, $939/mo rent
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
19.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $49,758
34% lower than US avg
Home Value $65,800
77% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.0%
44% lower than US avg
Median Rent $939
19% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.7%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.3%
8% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.4%
16% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,453
Median Age35.5 yrs
Density1,483/mi²
Male / Female51% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 86%

Economy

B
Median Income$49,758
Per Capita$28,566
Unemployment3.3%
Poverty14.4%
County GDP$210M
Commute15 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$65,800
Rent$939
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$113,064

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression30.8%
Heart Disease7.0%

Climate

Avg Temp42°F
AQI38 (Good)
Rain33.8 in/yr
Elevation778 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.0%
High School+94.8%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%
Commute15 min
EV Stations1
Libraries1

Is Newberry a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Newberry receives an overall livability score of 3.6 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. 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 $49,758, 34% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. 14.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Newberry is $65,800, 77% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $939 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

19.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Newberry has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 42°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Newberry has a population of 1,453 with a density of 1,483 people per square mile. The median age is 35.5 years, 9% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.6%), with 11.8% Hispanic.

Population

1,453
Total Population
1,483
People / sq mi
35.5yrs
Median Age
9% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.5%
Female 49.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Newberry vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.0%
24% above US avg
Spanish3.0%
78% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Newberry vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Newberry is $49,758, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.

Income: Newberry vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$49,758
34% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,566
Avg Weekly Wage$920
IRS Avg AGI$55,575

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.3%
8% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.4%
16% above US avg
Establishments (County)180
County GDP$210M

Business (County)

Restaurants21
Healthcare19
Retail30
Manufacturing5

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,775
21% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.22%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time14.6 min
Work from Home6.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Newberry is $65,800, 77% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $939 (19% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $113,064.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$65,800
77% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$113,064

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$939
19% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$807
1 Bedroom$891
2 Bedrooms$1,113
3 Bedrooms$1,419
4 Bedrooms$1,588

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied62.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,775
21% below US avg
Effective Rate4.22%
In Newberry, 41.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 30.8% report depression. 27.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.7%
30% above US avg
Diabetes11.6%
Heart Disease7.0%
High Blood Pressure34.9%
Asthma12.7%
COPD9.7%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.1%
Physical Inactivity27.8%
Depression30.8%
Mental Distress21.9%
Physical Distress16.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.0%
Checkup Rate77.3%
Premature Death8,279/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.3/10
Exercise Access67.3%
Healthcare Facilities19

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Newberry has an average annual temperature of 42°F (6°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 66°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-9°C) 66°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average41.9°F
22% below US avg
January Average17°F (-9°C)
July Average66°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.8 inches
11% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation778 ft (237 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density1,483/sq mi
Coordinates46.3538°N, 85.5098°W
County FIPS26095
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 19.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (44% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 46.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.7%
D 25.8%

Winner: Republican by 46.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.0%
44% below US avg
High School+94.8%
School Test Score5.23
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density1,483/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities19
Restaurants21
Retail Stores30

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute14.6 min
Work from Home6.5%

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