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Newell, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Newell is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 589. Residents earn $55,682 per year, which is 26% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
589 Population 998/sq mi density
$55,682 Median Income $31,394 per capita
$104,100 Home Value
$1,000 Median Rent 37.8% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$55,682 median income, 1.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$104,100 home value, $1,000/mo rent
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
19.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,682
26% lower than US avg
Home Value $104,100
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.3%
43% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,000
14% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.4%
0% lower than US avg

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

People

Population589
Median Age47.7 yrs
Density998/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans7.4%

Economy

B+
Median Income$55,682
Per Capita$31,394
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty12.4%
County GDP$132,892M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$104,100
Rent$1,000
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units261
Rent Burden37.8%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain40.9 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation885 ft (270 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.3%
High School+91.0%
Graduate+2.0%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 39% / D 60%
Commute26 min
Broadband88.5%
Libraries72

Is Newell a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Newell receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Newell offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Newell is $55,682, 26% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. 12.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Newell is $104,100, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,000 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

19.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Newell experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.9 inches, including 10.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Newell has a population of 589 with a density of 998 people per square mile. The median age is 47.7 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.8%).

Population

589
Total Population
998
People / sq mi
47.7yrs
Median Age
23% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.8%
Female 54.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Newell vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.6%
19% above US avg
Spanish6.4%
52% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Newell vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Newell is $55,682, which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Newell vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,682
26% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,394
Avg Weekly Wage$1,506
IRS Avg AGI$94,625

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.4%
0% below US avg
Establishments (County)36,316
County GDP$132,892M

Business (County)

Restaurants3,345
Healthcare4,791
Retail3,982
Manufacturing940

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,851
153% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate8.50%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.6 min
Drive Alone84.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Newell is $104,100, 63% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,000 (14% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$104,100
63% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,000
14% below US avg
Rent Burden37.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$900
1 Bedroom$996
2 Bedrooms$1,225
3 Bedrooms$1,570
4 Bedrooms$1,744

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied89.3%
Housing Units261
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,851
153% above US avg
Effective Rate8.50%
Newell has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.9 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.9°F
2% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.9 inches
8% above US avg
Snowfall10.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation885 ft (270 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density998/sq mi
Coordinates40.0746°N, 79.8918°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42003
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 19.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (43% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 20.3-point margin. 88.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 39.4%
D 59.7%

Winner: Democrat by 20.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.3%
43% below US avg
High School+91.0%
Graduate Degree+2.0%
School Test Score5.95
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density998/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.5%
Public Libraries72
Healthcare Facilities4,791
Restaurants3,345
Retail Stores3,982

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)83

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.6 min
Drive Alone84.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.4%

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