Median Income
$82,670
10% higher than US avg
Home Value
$212,500
25% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
29.9%
11% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
35.4%
10% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Newcastle Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population231
Median Age63.2 yrs
Density58/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Economy
A+
Median Income$82,670
Per Capita$29,426
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$3,193M
Housing
A+
Home Value$212,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity35.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.5%
Heart Disease5.1%
Climate
Avg Temp49°F
AQI41 (Good)
Elevation5,259 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+29.9%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.82
Community
2024 VoteR 77% / D 20%
CommuteN/A
Broadband80.0%
Libraries4
Is Newcastle a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Newcastle receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Newcastle stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Newcastle is $82,670, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Newcastle is $212,500, 25% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
29.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Newcastle experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Newcastle has a population of 231 with a density of 58 people per square mile. The median age is 63.2 years, 62% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).
Population
63.2yrs
Median Age
62% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Newcastle vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Newcastle vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Newcastle is $82,670, which is 10% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.
Income: Newcastle vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $82,670 |
| 10% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $29,426 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $928 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $64,833 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 2,224 |
| County GDP | $3,193M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 147 |
| Healthcare | 212 |
| Retail | 213 |
| Manufacturing | 93 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,823 |
| 19% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.33% |
The median home value in Newcastle is $212,500, 25% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $212,500 |
| 25% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $981 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,082 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,313 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,746 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,105 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,823 |
| 19% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 1.33% |
In Newcastle, 35.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.5% report depression. 18.4% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Newcastle vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 35.4% |
| 10% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.3% |
| Heart Disease | 5.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 26.8% |
| Asthma | 9.7% |
| COPD | 4.5% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 12.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 18.4% |
| Depression | 22.5% |
| Mental Distress | 15.7% |
| Physical Distress | 12.5% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 93.4% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 70.3% |
| Premature Death | 6,864/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 54.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 212 |
Crime Rates: Newcastle vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
| FEMA Disasters | 182 |
Safety Score
Newcastle has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
29°F Jan (-2°C)
72°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 48.7°F |
| 10% below US avg |
| January Average | 29°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 5,259 ft (1,603 m) |
| Area | 4.0 sq mi (10.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 58/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 37.6629°N, 113.5644°W |
| County FIPS | 49021 |