North Carolina
Newland is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 815. Residents earn $43,429 per year, which is 42% below the national average.
Based on current data, Newland receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Newland has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Newland is $43,429, 42% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 8.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Newland is $223,800, 21% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $774 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 5.2x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.
Newland is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 146 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,332 per 100,000, near the national average.
29.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.
Newland experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 65°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 64.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
| English Only | 93.5% |
| 19% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 6.5% |
| 51% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $43,429 |
| 42% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $29,798 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $855 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $68,291 |
| Unemployment | 5.4% |
| 50% above US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 8.1% |
| 35% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 698 |
| County GDP | $890M |
| Restaurants | 63 |
| Healthcare | 41 |
| Retail | 79 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,227 |
| 21% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.89% |
| Commute Time | 16.5 min |
| Work from Home | 4.8% |
| Census Median | $223,800 |
| 21% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $290,652 |
| Census Median Rent | $774 |
| 33% below US avg |
| Studio | $932 |
| 1 Bedroom | $981 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,161 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,499 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,780 |
| Owner-Occupied | 52.6% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,227 |
| 21% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.89% |
| Obesity | 36.9% |
| 15% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 9.9% |
| Heart Disease | 5.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.5% |
| Asthma | 11.2% |
| COPD | 7.5% |
| Stroke | 3.2% |
| Binge Drinking | 17.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.3% |
| Depression | 27.4% |
| Mental Distress | 18.9% |
| Physical Distress | 13.5% |
| Insurance Rate | 85.3% |
| Checkup Rate | 76.5% |
| Premature Death | 9,111/100K |
| Food Environment | 8.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 100.0% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 41 |
| Total Violent | 145.8/100K |
| 62% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 0.0/100K |
| Robbery | 0.0/100K |
| Assault | 145.8/100K |
| Total Property | 2,332.4/100K |
| 19% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 583.1/100K |
| Theft | 1,603.5/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 145.8/100K |
| Arson | 0.0/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 47.5°F |
| 12% below US avg | |
| January Average | 29°F (-2°C) |
| July Average | 65°F (18°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 64.8 inches |
| 70% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 3,610 ft (1,100 m) |
| Area | 0.8 sq mi (1.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,087/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.0880°N, 81.9274°W |
| County FIPS | 37011 |
Winner: Republican by 52.4 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 29.3% |
| 13% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 95.1% |
| School Test Score | 5.46 |
| RUCC Code 9 | Nonmetro — Rural |
| Population Density | 1,087/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.8 sq mi |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 1 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 41 |
| Restaurants | 63 |
| Retail Stores | 79 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
| Avg Commute | 16.5 min |
| Work from Home | 4.8% |