Newburg, MO

Missouri

Newburg is a small town in Missouri with a population of 319. Residents earn $24,135 per year, which is 68% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
319 Population 491/sq mi density
$24,135 Median Income $15,016 per capita
$54,700 Home Value $59,176 Zillow
$725 Median Rent 39.7% income on rent
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.0 / 5.0
$24,135 median income, 4.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$54,700 home value, $725/mo rent
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $24,135
68% lower than US avg
Home Value $54,700
81% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.3%
81% lower than US avg
Median Rent $725
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.1%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.1%
14% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 33.8%
173% higher than US avg

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

People

Population319
Median Age38.5 yrs
Density491/mi²
Male / Female40% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 89%
Veterans6.8%

Economy

C
Median Income$24,135
Per Capita$15,016
Unemployment4.1%
Poverty33.8%
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$54,700
Rent$725
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$59,176
Housing Units261
Rent Burden39.7%

Crime

Violent0/100K
Property0/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary0/100K

Health

Obesity36.1%
Uninsured9.4%
Smoking18.5%
Depression28.1%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg TempN/A
AQI41 (Good)
Sunny Days318/yr
Elevation781 ft (238 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.3%
High School+76.3%
Graduate+1.3%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute19 min
Broadband78.7%

Is Newburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Newburg receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Newburg has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Newburg is $24,135, 68% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.1%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 33.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Newburg is $54,700, 81% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $725 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Newburg is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 0 per 100,000, 100% below the national average.

Education

6.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 76.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

With 318 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Newburg has a population of 319 with a density of 491 people per square mile. The median age is 38.5 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.3%), with 4.7% Hispanic.

Population

319
Total Population
491
People / sq mi
38.5yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40.4%
Female 59.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Newburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.4%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.6%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Newburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Newburg is $24,135, which is 68% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 33.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Newburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$24,135
68% below US avg
Per Capita Income$15,016

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.1%
14% above US avg
Poverty Rate33.8%
173% above US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.3 min
Drive Alone84.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Newburg is $54,700, 81% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $725 (38% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $59,176.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$54,700
81% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$59,176

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$57
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio98.5%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory4

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$725
38% below US avg
Rent Burden39.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$732
1 Bedroom$775
2 Bedrooms$970
3 Bedrooms$1,265
4 Bedrooms$1,457

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied59.8%
Housing Units261
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

In Newburg, 36.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.4% of residents lack health insurance. 18.5% are current smokers. 28.1% report depression. 29.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.1%
12% above US avg
Diabetes10.4%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure33.1%
Asthma11.1%
COPD8.2%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.5%
32% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.8%
Physical Inactivity29.4%
Depression28.1%
Mental Distress19.7%
Physical Distress14.8%
Short Sleep40.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.9%
Uninsured9.4%
9% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.4%
Dental Visits60.3%

Food & Exercise

Newburg has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 0 per 100,000 (100% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft0.0/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

6.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (81% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 78.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.6%
D 22.4%

Winner: Republican by 54.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.3%
81% below US avg
High School+76.3%
Graduate Degree+1.3%
School Test Score5.51
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density491/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access78.7%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.3 min
Drive Alone84.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.3%

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