Newfane, NY

New York · Metropolitan Area

Newfane is a small town in New York with a population of 3,470. Residents earn $75,049 per year, which is 0% below the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
3,470 Population 655/sq mi density
$75,049 Median Income $33,036 per capita
$143,500 Home Value $228,881 Zillow
$836 Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$75,049 median income, 0.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$143,500 home value, $836/mo rent
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
28.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $75,049
0% lower than US avg
Home Value $143,500
49% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 28.3%
16% lower than US avg
Median Rent $836
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.9%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.8%
78% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.7%
86% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,470
Median Age37.4 yrs
Density655/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 93%

Economy

A+
Median Income$75,049
Per Capita$33,036
Unemployment0.8%
Poverty1.7%
County GDP$13,570M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$143,500
Rent$836
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$228,881

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.0%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain37.9 in/yr
Elevation349 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.3%
High School+94.1%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 43%
Commute25 min
Libraries12

Is Newfane a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Newfane receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Newfane stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Newfane is $75,049, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. Only 1.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Newfane is $143,500, 49% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $836 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

28.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Newfane experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Newfane has a population of 3,470 with a density of 655 people per square mile. The median age is 37.4 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.7%).

Population

3,470
Total Population
655
People / sq mi
37.4yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
5.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.1%
Female 48.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Newfane vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only94.7%
21% above US avg
Spanish5.3%
60% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Newfane vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Newfane is $75,049, which is 0% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Newfane vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$75,049
0% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,036
Avg Weekly Wage$1,071
IRS Avg AGI$65,629

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.8%
78% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.7%
86% below US avg
Establishments (County)4,950
County GDP$13,570M

Business (County)

Restaurants534
Healthcare485
Retail715
Manufacturing254

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,213
106% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.03%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.1 min
Work from Home16.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Newfane is $143,500, 49% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $836 (28% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $228,881.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$143,500
49% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$228,881

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$143
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio96.2%
Price Drops60.0%
Inventory5

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$836
28% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,215
1 Bedroom$1,315
2 Bedrooms$1,579
3 Bedrooms$1,976
4 Bedrooms$2,193

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied77.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,213
106% above US avg
Effective Rate5.03%
In Newfane, 37.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.0% report depression. 22.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.9%
18% above US avg
Diabetes8.1%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure29.8%
Asthma11.5%
COPD5.9%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.4%
Physical Inactivity22.8%
Depression23.0%
Mental Distress17.7%
Physical Distress12.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.1%
Checkup Rate79.7%
Premature Death9,535/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access87.8%
Healthcare Facilities485

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)25

Safety Score

Newfane has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average49.1°F
9% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.9 inches
0% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation349 ft (106 m)
Area5.3 sq mi (13.7 km²)
Population Density655/sq mi
Coordinates43.2857°N, 78.6939°W
County FIPS36063
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 28.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (16% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 14.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57.5%
D 42.5%

Winner: Republican by 14.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.3%
16% below US avg
High School+94.1%
School Test Score5.39
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density655/sq mi
Total Area5.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries12
Healthcare Facilities485
Restaurants534
Retail Stores715

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)25

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.1 min
Work from Home16.1%

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