Newdale, ID

Idaho

Newdale is a small town in Idaho with a population of 515. Residents earn $71,250 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
515 Population 2,861/sq mi density
$71,250 Median Income $31,111 per capita
$291,700 Home Value $529,350 Zillow
$1,375 Median Rent 22.5% income on rent
43°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$71,250 median income, 0.5% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.4 / 5.0
$291,700 home value, $1,375/mo rent
B
Education
3.0 / 5.0
25.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,250
5% lower than US avg
Home Value $291,700
3% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.1%
26% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,375
18% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 31.5%
2% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.5%
86% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.6%
47% lower than US avg

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

People

Population515
Median Age36.3 yrs
Density2,861/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans5.1%

Economy

A
Median Income$71,250
Per Capita$31,111
Unemployment0.5%
Poverty6.6%
County GDP$2,007M
Commute20 min

Housing

A
Home Value$291,700
Rent$1,375
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$529,350
Rent Burden22.5%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity31.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.2%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp43°F
AQI33 (Good)
Rain14.8 in/yr
Elevation5,093 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.1%
High School+94.6%
School Score5.43

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 16%
Commute20 min
Broadband91.8%
Libraries4

Is Newdale a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Newdale receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Newdale offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Newdale is $71,250, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.5%. Only 6.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Newdale is $291,700, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,375 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

25.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Newdale has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 14.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.

Newdale has a population of 515 with a density of 2,861 people per square mile. The median age is 36.3 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.4%).

Population

515
Total Population
2,861
People / sq mi
36.3yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.4%
Female 58.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Newdale vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.0%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.0%
63% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Newdale vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Newdale is $71,250, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Newdale vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,250
5% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,111
Avg Weekly Wage$814
IRS Avg AGI$58,276

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.5%
86% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.6%
47% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,707
County GDP$2,007M

Business (County)

Restaurants83
Healthcare138
Retail157
Manufacturing42

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,660
5% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.25%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.3 min
Drive Alone68.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home27.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Newdale is $291,700, 3% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,375 (18% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $529,350.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$291,700
3% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$529,350

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,375
18% above US avg
Rent Burden22.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$898
1 Bedroom$950
2 Bedrooms$1,173
3 Bedrooms$1,619
4 Bedrooms$1,949

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied97.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,660
5% above US avg
Effective Rate1.25%
In Newdale, 31.5% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 22.2% report depression. 21.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity31.5%
2% below US avg
Diabetes8.3%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure26.1%
Asthma10.2%
COPD5.3%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.9%
Physical Inactivity21.0%
Depression22.2%
Mental Distress16.3%
Physical Distress12.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate80.5%
Checkup Rate71.6%
Premature Death5,017/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access89.8%
Healthcare Facilities138

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Newdale has an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 14.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 33.

Temperature

20°F Jan (-7°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)
Annual Average43.1°F
20% below US avg
January Average20°F (-7°C)
July Average67°F (19°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall14.8 inches
61% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median33.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation5,093 ft (1,552 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density2,861/sq mi
Coordinates43.8864°N, 111.6039°W
County FIPS16065
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 25.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (26% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 64.3-point margin. 91.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80.2%
D 15.9%

Winner: Republican by 64.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.1%
26% below US avg
High School+94.6%
School Test Score5.43
B Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density2,861/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access91.8%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities138
Restaurants83
Retail Stores157

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.3 min
Drive Alone68.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home27.9%

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