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Newburg, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Newburg is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 283. Residents earn $56,250 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
283 Population 1,572/sq mi density
$56,250 Median Income $29,962 per capita
$83,000 Home Value $333,562 Zillow
47°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$56,250 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$83,000 home value
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,250
25% lower than US avg
Home Value $83,000
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.8%
74% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.5%
32% lower than US avg

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

People

Population283
Median Age49.1 yrs
Density1,572/mi²
Male / Female66% / 34%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans13.3%

Economy

A
Median Income$56,250
Per Capita$29,962
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty8.5%
County GDP$8,000M
Commute13 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$83,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$333,562
Housing Units105
Rent Burden29.8%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain42.0 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,398 ft (426 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.8%
High School+95.6%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute13 min
Broadband79.4%
EV Stations3
Libraries8

Is Newburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Newburg receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Newburg offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Newburg is $56,250, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 8.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Newburg is $83,000, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Newburg experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.0 inches, including 50.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Newburg has a population of 283 with a density of 1,572 people per square mile. The median age is 49.1 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

283
Total Population
1,572
People / sq mi
49.1yrs
Median Age
26% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 65.7%
Female 34.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Newburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Newburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Newburg is $56,250, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes.

Income: Newburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,250
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,962
Avg Weekly Wage$1,024
IRS Avg AGI$66,997

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.5%
32% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,430
County GDP$8,000M

Business (County)

Restaurants305
Healthcare462
Retail495
Manufacturing128

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,849
39% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.84%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time12.5 min
Drive Alone77.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Newburg is $83,000, 71% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $333,562.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$83,000
71% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$333,562

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden29.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$900
1 Bedroom$996
2 Bedrooms$1,225
3 Bedrooms$1,570
4 Bedrooms$1,744

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied95.2%
Housing Units105
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,849
39% above US avg
Effective Rate5.84%
Newburg has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.0 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average46.6°F
14% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.0 inches
11% above US avg
Snowfall50.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,398 ft (426 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density1,572/sq mi
Coordinates40.5214°N, 78.4217°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42013
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 8.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (74% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.5-point margin. 79.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.4%
D 27.9%

Winner: Republican by 43.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.8%
74% below US avg
High School+95.6%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.95
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,572/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access79.4%
EV Charging Stations3
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities462
Restaurants305
Retail Stores495

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute12.5 min
Drive Alone77.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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