Median Income
$56,250
25% lower than US avg
Home Value
$203,100
28% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
17.3%
49% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
40.0%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment
7.6%
111% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Newhalen Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population100
Median Age27.5 yrs
Density17/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 8%
Veterans58.0%
Economy
B
Median Income$56,250
Per Capita$28,240
Unemployment7.6%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$3,590M
Commute8 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$203,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity40.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.1%
Heart Disease7.5%
Climate
Avg Temp38°F
AQI21 (Good)
Rain25.0 in/yr
Elevation119 ft
Education
C
Bachelor's+17.3%
High School+96.2%
School Score4.86
Community
2024 VoteR 56% / D 44%
Commute8 min
Broadband28.0%
Libraries11
Is Newhalen a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Newhalen receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Newhalen offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Newhalen is $56,250, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 8 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Newhalen is $203,100, 28% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
17.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Newhalen has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 38°F. Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 25.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.
Newhalen has a population of 100 with a density of 17 people per square mile. The median age is 27.5 years, 29% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Hispanic (88%), with 8% White.
Population
27.5yrs
Median Age
29% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 95.4% |
| 22% above US avg |
| Spanish | 4.6% |
| 66% below US avg |
The median household income in Newhalen is $56,250, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 8 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $56,250 |
| 25% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $28,240 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,200 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $85,064 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 7.6% |
| 111% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 2,368 |
| County GDP | $3,590M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 314 |
| Healthcare | 271 |
| Retail | 270 |
| Manufacturing | 71 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,008 |
| 43% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.47% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 8.2 min |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Newhalen is $203,100, 28% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $203,100 |
| 28% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $1,061 |
| 1 Bedroom | $1,194 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,467 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,941 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $2,304 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,008 |
| 43% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.47% |
In Newhalen, 40.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.1% report depression. 28.6% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Newhalen vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 40.0% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 12.8% |
| Heart Disease | 7.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 35.5% |
| Asthma | 13.4% |
| COPD | 8.5% |
| Stroke | 4.5% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 28.6% |
| Depression | 21.1% |
| Mental Distress | 20.1% |
| Physical Distress | 17.8% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 97.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 66.6% |
| Premature Death | 8,874/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 72.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 271 |
Crime Rates: Newhalen vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 13 |
| FEMA Disasters | 91 |
Safety Score
Newhalen has an average annual temperature of 38°F (3°C). Winters average 18°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. Annual precipitation is 25.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 21.
Temperature
18°F Jan (-8°C)
58°F Jul (14°C)
| Annual Average | 37.7°F |
| 30% below US avg |
| January Average | 18°F (-8°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (14°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 25.0 inches |
| 34% below US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 21.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 119 ft (36 m) |
| Area | 6.0 sq mi (15.6 km²) |
| Population Density | 17/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 59.7371°N, 154.9024°W |
| County FIPS | 02122 |