Median Income $35,446

53% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 10.6%

69% lower than US avg

Median Rent $763

34% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 34.1%

6% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 27.9%

125% higher than US avg

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

People

Population491

Median Age28.8 yrs

Density205/mi²

Male / Female57% / 43%

Largest GroupWhite 77%

Veterans12.4%

Economy

C+

Median Income$35,446

Per Capita$18,108

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty27.9%

County GDP$688M

Commute41 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A

Rent$763

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units179

Rent Burden51.0%

Health

Obesity34.1%

Uninsured14.5%

Smoking12.6%

Depression23.5%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)

AQI48 (Good)

Rain10.7 in/yr

Sunny Days316/yr

Elevation4,045 ft (1,233 m)

Education

Bachelor's+10.6%

High School+85.4%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 25%

Commute41 min

Broadband100.0%

Libraries4

Is Newell a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Newell receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes. Newell has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Newell is $35,446, 53% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 27.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 41 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

Renters pay a median of $763 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

10.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Newell experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. With 316 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 10.7 inches, including 22.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Newell has a population of 491 with a density of 205 people per square mile. The median age is 28.8 years, 26% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (76.8%).

Population

491

Total Population

205

People / sq mi

28.8yrs

Median Age

26% below US avg

2.4mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56.6%

Female 43.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Newell vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	61.5%
	22% below US avg
Spanish	38.5%
	187% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Newell vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Newell is $35,446, which is 53% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 27.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 41 minutes.

Income: Newell vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$35,446
	53% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$18,108
Avg Weekly Wage	$980
IRS Avg AGI	$52,809

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	27.9%
	125% above US avg
Establishments (County)	426
County GDP	$688M

Business (County)

Restaurants	21
Healthcare	16
Retail	26
Manufacturing	3

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$2,717
	22% below US avg
Cost of Living	110.70 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	41.1 min
Drive Alone	76.7%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

Monthly rent averages $763 (34% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$763
	34% below US avg
Rent Burden	51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$1,513
1 Bedroom	$1,647
2 Bedrooms	$2,053
3 Bedrooms	$2,752
4 Bedrooms	$3,165

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	85.1%
Housing Units	179
Median Year Built	1957

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$2,717
	22% below US avg

In Newell, 34.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 14.5% of residents lack health insurance. 12.6% are current smokers. 23.5% report depression. 27.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	34.1%
	6% above US avg
Diabetes	12.1%
High Blood Pressure	30.0%
Asthma	10.4%
COPD	5.5%
Cancer	6.0%
Stroke	3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	12.6%
	10% below US avg
Binge Drinking	16.1%
Physical Inactivity	27.8%
Depression	23.5%
Mental Distress	19.1%
Physical Distress	15.3%
Short Sleep	36.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	81.9%
Uninsured	14.5%
	69% above US avg
Primary Care	1:2,165
Dentists	1:1,419
Mental Health	1:243
Checkup Rate	70.6%
Dental Visits	56.4%
Premature Death	13,302/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	6.4/10
Exercise Access	54.6%
Healthcare Facilities	16

Newell has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 67°F in July. Annual precipitation is 10.7 inches. The area enjoys 316 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 67°F Jul (19°C)

Annual Average	47.5°F
	12% below US avg
January Average	32°F (-0°C)
July Average	67°F (19°C)
Sunny Days	316 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	10.7 inches
	72% below US avg
Snowfall	22.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	48.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	4,045 ft (1,233 m)
Area	2.4 sq mi (6.2 km²)
Population Density	205/sq mi
Coordinates	41.8887°N, 121.3602°W
Timezone	America/Los_Angeles
County FIPS	06049

It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 10.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 46.7-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.8%

D 25.1%

Winner: Republican by 46.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	10.6%
	69% below US avg
High School+	85.4%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	4.69

D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8	Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density	205/sq mi
Total Area	2.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	100.0%
Public Libraries	4
Healthcare Facilities	16
Restaurants	21
Retail Stores	26

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	3
FEMA Disaster Declarations	91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	41.1 min
Drive Alone	76.7%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Newell, CA

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Newell a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Newell vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Newell vs U.S. Average

Income: Newell vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities