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Newington, GA

Georgia

Newington is a small town in Georgia with a population of 393. Residents earn $72,829 per year, which is 3% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
393 Population 485/sq mi density
$72,829 Median Income $25,430 per capita
$112,900 Home Value
$830 Median Rent 22.0% income on rent
64°F Avg Temperature 308 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$72,829 median income, 0.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$112,900 home value, $830/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $72,829
3% lower than US avg
Home Value $112,900
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.7%
47% lower than US avg
Median Rent $830
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.5%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.9%
75% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.1%
59% lower than US avg

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

People

Population393
Median Age41.2 yrs
Density485/mi²
Male / Female58% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 81%
Veterans9.6%

Economy

A+
Median Income$72,829
Per Capita$25,430
Unemployment0.9%
Poverty5.1%
County GDP$427M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$112,900
Rent$830
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units230
Rent Burden22.0%

Health

Obesity39.5%
Uninsured15.7%
Smoking20.9%
Depression22.8%
Heart Disease7.2%

Climate

Avg Temp64°F (18°C)
AQI44 (Good)
Rain48.4 in/yr
Sunny Days308/yr
Elevation143 ft (44 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.7%
High School+60.1%
Graduate+7.3%
School Score4.92

Community

2024 VoteR 63% / D 37%
Commute32 min
Broadband87.9%
Libraries1

Is Newington a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Newington receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, high obesity rates. Newington stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Newington is $72,829, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.9%. Only 5.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Newington is $112,900, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $830 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 60.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Newington enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 308 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 48.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Newington has a population of 393 with a density of 485 people per square mile. The median age is 41.2 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (81.4%), with 1.5% Hispanic, 16.3% Black.

Population

393
Total Population
485
People / sq mi
41.2yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.5%
Female 42.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Newington vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.4%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.6%
66% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Newington vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Newington is $72,829, which is 3% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Newington vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$72,829
3% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,430
Avg Weekly Wage$842
IRS Avg AGI$53,995

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.9%
75% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.1%
59% below US avg
Establishments (County)295
County GDP$427M

Business (County)

Restaurants17
Healthcare16
Retail48
Manufacturing11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,004
14% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.66%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.2 min
Drive Alone57.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Newington is $112,900, 60% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $830 (29% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$112,900
60% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$830
29% below US avg
Rent Burden22.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$979
1 Bedroom$1,023
2 Bedrooms$1,203
3 Bedrooms$1,524
4 Bedrooms$1,775

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied75.7%
Housing Units230
Median Year Built1975

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,004
14% below US avg
Effective Rate2.66%
In Newington, 39.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 15.7% of residents lack health insurance. 20.9% are current smokers. 22.8% report depression. 32.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.5%
23% above US avg
Diabetes14.0%
Heart Disease7.2%
High Blood Pressure39.5%
Asthma11.0%
COPD9.3%
Cancer7.0%
Stroke4.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.9%
49% above US avg
Binge Drinking15.1%
Physical Inactivity32.2%
Depression22.8%
Mental Distress21.1%
Physical Distress16.9%
Short Sleep40.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.9%
Uninsured15.7%
83% above US avg
Checkup Rate76.4%
Dental Visits51.6%
Premature Death15,035/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access44.3%
Healthcare Facilities16
Newington has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.4 inches. The area enjoys 308 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 44.

Temperature

47°F Jan (8°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average64.4°F
19% above US avg
January Average47°F (8°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days308 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.4 inches
27% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median44.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation143 ft (44 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²)
Population Density485/sq mi
Coordinates32.5892°N, 81.5060°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS13251
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 17.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 25.2-point margin. 87.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.5%
D 37.3%

Winner: Republican by 25.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.7%
47% below US avg
High School+60.1%
Graduate Degree+7.3%
School Test Score4.92
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density485/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.9%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities16
Restaurants17
Retail Stores48

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.2 min
Drive Alone57.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.9%

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