Newburg, WV

West Virginia · Metropolitan Area

Newburg is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 225. Residents earn $49,559 per year, which is 34% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
225 Population 285/sq mi density
$49,559 Median Income $29,311 per capita
$45,600 Home Value $100,495 Zillow
$875 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 290 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$49,559 median income, 1.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$45,600 home value, $875/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $49,559
34% lower than US avg
Home Value $45,600
84% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.5%
69% lower than US avg
Median Rent $875
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.0%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.5%
23% lower than US avg

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

People

Population225
Median Age58.8 yrs
Density285/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans6.1%

Economy

B+
Median Income$49,559
Per Capita$29,311
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty9.5%
County GDP$1,012M
Commute58 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$45,600
Rent$875
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$100,495
Housing Units138
Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity38.0%
Uninsured9.6%
Smoking22.4%
Depression33.2%
Heart Disease7.0%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain57.3 in/yr
Sunny Days290/yr
Elevation1,266 ft (386 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.5%
High School+83.2%
Graduate+0.5%
School Score4.81

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 20%
Commute58 min
Broadband57.3%
Libraries2

Is Newburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Newburg receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times. 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 $49,559, 34% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. 9.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 58 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Newburg is $45,600, 84% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $875 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.9x 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%. 83.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Newburg experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 290 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 57.3 inches, including 56.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Newburg has a population of 225 with a density of 285 people per square mile. The median age is 58.8 years, 51% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.3%), with 3.1% Hispanic.

Population

225
Total Population
285
People / sq mi
58.8yrs
Median Age
51% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.1%
Female 44.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Newburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.7%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.3%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Newburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Newburg is $49,559, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 58 minutes.

Income: Newburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$49,559
34% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,311
Avg Weekly Wage$1,065
IRS Avg AGI$58,346

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.5%
23% below US avg
Establishments (County)884
County GDP$1,012M

Business (County)

Restaurants31
Healthcare53
Retail78
Manufacturing19

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,185
38% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.79%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time58.3 min
Drive Alone86.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Newburg is $45,600, 84% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $875 (25% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $100,495.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$45,600
84% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$100,495

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$875
25% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$714
1 Bedroom$766
2 Bedrooms$945
3 Bedrooms$1,231
4 Bedrooms$1,380

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied86.4%
Housing Units138
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,185
38% below US avg
Effective Rate4.79%
In Newburg, 38.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.6% of residents lack health insurance. 22.4% are current smokers. 33.2% report depression. 31.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.0%
18% above US avg
Diabetes13.0%
Heart Disease7.0%
High Blood Pressure38.3%
Asthma12.5%
COPD9.7%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking22.4%
60% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.2%
Physical Inactivity31.4%
Depression33.2%
Mental Distress24.0%
Physical Distress16.9%
Short Sleep39.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.3%
Uninsured9.6%
12% above US avg
Checkup Rate77.0%
Dental Visits54.5%
Premature Death11,315/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access45.3%
Healthcare Facilities53
Newburg has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 57.3 inches. The area enjoys 290 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average51.5°F
5% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days290 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall57.3 inches
51% above US avg
Snowfall56.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,266 ft (386 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density285/sq mi
Coordinates39.3889°N, 79.8536°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS54077
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 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 57-point margin. 57.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.5%
D 20.5%

Winner: Republican by 57 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.5%
69% below US avg
High School+83.2%
Graduate Degree+0.5%
School Test Score4.81
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density285/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access57.3%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities53
Restaurants31
Retail Stores78

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute58.3 min
Drive Alone86.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.2%

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