Newland, NC
Full City Profile · North Carolina · Avery County County
Newland, NC
At a Glance
How Newland Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Newland's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Newland a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Newland residents earn a median household income of $43,429 , which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,798. The unemployment rate stands at 9.7% (169% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 8.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 698 business establishments, including 63 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Newland is $223,800 , 21% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $296,724. Median rent is $774/month, with 33.2% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 94.3 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1970.
Safety & Crime
Newland reports 415 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 9% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 5,394/100K.
Education
29.3% of adults in Newland hold a bachelor's degree or higher (13% below the national average). 95.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Newland has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). 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 38.