Newfields, NH

New Hampshire · Metropolitan Area

Newfields is a small town in New Hampshire with a population of 304. Residents earn $181,635 per year, which is 142% above the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
304 Population 800/sq mi density
$181,635 Median Income $62,055 per capita
$478,800 Home Value $822,724 Zillow
$1,833 Median Rent
47°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$181,635 median income, 1.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$478,800 home value, $1,833/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
0 violent crimes/100K (100% below avg)
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
73.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $181,635
142% higher than US avg
Home Value $478,800
70% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 73.2%
117% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,833
58% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 28.9%
10% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.1%
91% lower than US avg

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

People

Population304
Median Age47.5 yrs
Density800/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

A+
Median Income$181,635
Per Capita$62,055
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty1.1%
County GDP$13,650M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$478,800
Rent$1,833
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$822,724

Crime

C+
Violent0/100K
Property1,116/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary176/100K

Health

Obesity28.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.6%
Heart Disease3.9%

Climate

Avg Temp47°F
AQI37 (Good)
Rain47.0 in/yr
Elevation48 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+73.2%
High School+100.0%
School Score6.29

Community

2024 VoteR 44% / D 54%
Commute29 min
Libraries30

Is Newfields a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Newfields receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, low crime rates, a highly educated population. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Newfields stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Newfields is $181,635, which is significantly higher than the national average — 142% above $75,149. This places Newfields among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. Only 1.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Newfields is $478,800, making it a premium housing market at 70% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,833 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Newfields is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,116 per 100,000, 43% below the national average.

Education

Newfields is a highly educated community — 73.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.3/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Newfields experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 47°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Newfields has a population of 304 with a density of 800 people per square mile. The median age is 47.5 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.1%).

Population

304
Total Population
800
People / sq mi
47.5yrs
Median Age
22% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.6%
Female 48.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Newfields vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.3%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.7%
87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Newfields vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Newfields is $181,635, which is 142% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Newfields vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$181,635
142% above US avg
Per Capita Income$62,055
Avg Weekly Wage$1,189
IRS Avg AGI$80,535

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.1%
91% below US avg
Establishments (County)8,870
County GDP$13,650M

Business (County)

Restaurants801
Healthcare597
Retail823
Manufacturing256

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,071
73% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.27%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.0 min
Work from Home23.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Newfields is $478,800, 70% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,833 (58% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $822,724.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$478,800
70% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$822,724

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,833
58% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,322
1 Bedroom$1,422
2 Bedrooms$1,851
3 Bedrooms$2,386
4 Bedrooms$2,650

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied89.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,071
73% above US avg
Effective Rate1.27%
In Newfields, 28.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 23.6% report depression. 14.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity28.9%
10% below US avg
Diabetes6.4%
Heart Disease3.9%
High Blood Pressure27.0%
Asthma10.5%
COPD3.8%
Stroke2.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.3%
Physical Inactivity14.7%
Depression23.6%
Mental Distress15.2%
Physical Distress9.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.9%
Checkup Rate77.0%
Premature Death7,331/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access74.8%
Healthcare Facilities597
Newfields has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,116 per 100,000 (43% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,115.7/100K
43% below US avg
Burglary176.2/100K
Theft939.5/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)24
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
Newfields has an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 37.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average46.9°F
13% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.0 inches
24% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median37.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation48 ft (15 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density800/sq mi
Coordinates43.0355°N, 70.9390°W
County FIPS23031
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 73.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (117% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 10.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 43.8%
D 54.3%

Winner: Democrat by 10.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+73.2%
117% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score6.29
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density800/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries30
Healthcare Facilities597
Restaurants801
Retail Stores823

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)24
FEMA Disaster Declarations91
C+ Safety Grade (2.5/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.0 min
Work from Home23.2%

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