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Newcastle, TX

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Newcastle is a small town in Texas with a population of 614. Residents earn $63,750 per year, which is 15% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
614 Population 343/sq mi density
$63,750 Median Income $31,007 per capita
$40,500 Home Value $184,387 Zillow
$521 Median Rent 27.6% income on rent
65°F Avg Temperature 328 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$63,750 median income, 2.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$40,500 home value, $521/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $63,750
15% lower than US avg
Home Value $40,500
86% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.0%
50% lower than US avg
Median Rent $521
55% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.8%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.8%
53% lower than US avg

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

People

Population614
Median Age37.3 yrs
Density343/mi²
Male / Female37% / 63%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans2.9%

Economy

A
Median Income$63,750
Per Capita$31,007
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty5.8%
County GDP$1,360M
Commute34 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$40,500
Rent$521
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$184,387
Housing Units263
Rent Burden27.6%

Health

Obesity35.8%
Uninsured12.3%
Smoking14.3%
Depression25.8%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F (18°C)
AQI42 (Good)
Rain30.0 in/yr
Sunny Days328/yr
Elevation1,119 ft (341 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.0%
High School+82.0%
Graduate+2.3%
School Score5.10

Community

2024 VoteR 88% / D 12%
Commute34 min
Broadband77.2%
Libraries2

Is Newcastle a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Newcastle receives an overall livability score of 3.9 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 a high uninsured rate. Newcastle offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Newcastle is $63,750, 15% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. Only 5.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Newcastle is $40,500, 86% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $521 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Newcastle enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. With 328 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 30.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Newcastle has a population of 614 with a density of 343 people per square mile. The median age is 37.3 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.7%), with 2.6% Hispanic.

Population

614
Total Population
343
People / sq mi
37.3yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
1.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 37%
Female 63%

Race & Ethnicity

Newcastle vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only90.9%
16% above US avg
Spanish9.1%
32% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Newcastle vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Newcastle is $63,750, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Newcastle vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$63,750
15% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,007
Avg Weekly Wage$1,174
IRS Avg AGI$88,815

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.8%
53% below US avg
Establishments (County)614
County GDP$1,360M

Business (County)

Restaurants44
Healthcare50
Retail69
Manufacturing27

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,786
94% above US avg
Cost of Living97.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate16.76%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.2 min
Drive Alone78.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Newcastle is $40,500, 86% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $521 (55% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $184,387.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$40,500
86% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$184,387

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$521
55% below US avg
Rent Burden27.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$887
1 Bedroom$935
2 Bedrooms$1,149
3 Bedrooms$1,497
4 Bedrooms$1,733

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied74.1%
Housing Units263
Median Year Built1965

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,786
94% above US avg
Effective Rate16.76%
In Newcastle, 35.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 12.3% of residents lack health insurance. 14.3% are current smokers. 25.8% report depression. 24.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.8%
12% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure31.4%
Asthma10.5%
COPD6.2%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.3%
2% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.9%
Physical Inactivity24.3%
Depression25.8%
Mental Distress19.1%
Physical Distress12.9%
Short Sleep37.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.6%
Uninsured12.3%
43% above US avg
Checkup Rate72.5%
Dental Visits58.6%
Premature Death13,482/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.3/10
Exercise Access67.0%
Healthcare Facilities50
Newcastle has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 85°F in July. Annual precipitation is 30.0 inches. The area enjoys 328 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.

Temperature

44°F Jan (6°C) 85°F Jul (30°C)
Annual Average64.5°F
19% above US avg
January Average44°F (6°C)
July Average85°F (30°C)
Sunny Days328 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall30.0 inches
21% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median42.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,119 ft (341 m)
Area1.8 sq mi (4.6 km²)
Population Density343/sq mi
Coordinates33.1962°N, 98.7435°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS48503
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 17.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 76.3-point margin. 77.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 87.8%
D 11.6%

Winner: Republican by 76.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.0%
50% below US avg
High School+82.0%
Graduate Degree+2.3%
School Test Score5.10
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density343/sq mi
Total Area1.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access77.2%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities50
Restaurants44
Retail Stores69

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.2 min
Drive Alone78.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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