Newman, CA

California · Metropolitan Area

Newman is a small city in California with a population of 12,299. Residents earn $75,344 per year, which is 0% below the national average.

2.4 /5.0
C Fair
12,299 Population 5,747/sq mi density
$75,344 Median Income $28,662 per capita
$381,900 Home Value $432,549 Zillow
$1,227 Median Rent
65°F Avg Temperature
233 Violent Crime/100K 1,462 property/100K
C
Overall
2.4 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$75,344 median income, 8.6% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.8 / 5.0
$381,900 home value, $1,227/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
233 violent crimes/100K (39% below avg)
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $75,344
0% lower than US avg
Home Value $381,900
35% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 233/100K
39% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.5%
75% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,227
6% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.5%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 8.6%
139% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.4%
16% higher than US avg

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

People

Population12,299
Median Age35.3 yrs
Density5,747/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 44%

Economy

B
Median Income$75,344
Per Capita$28,662
Unemployment8.6%
Poverty14.4%
County GDP$32,065M
Commute37 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$381,900
Rent$1,227
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$432,549

Crime

F
Violent233/100K
Property1,462/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault214/100K
Burglary531/100K

Health

Obesity38.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression20.5%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp65°F
AQI48 (Good)
Rain11.7 in/yr
Elevation89 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.5%
High School+75.7%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 54% / D 43%
Commute37 min
Libraries14

Is Newman a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Newman receives an overall livability score of 2.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low crime rates, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, long commute times. Newman has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Newman is $75,344, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 8.6%, unemployment is notably high. 14.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Newman is $381,900, 35% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,227 per month. The price-to-income ratio of 5.1x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Newman is below the national average at 233 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,462 per 100,000, 25% below the national average.

Education

8.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 75.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Newman enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 65°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 11.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Newman has a population of 12,299 with a density of 5,747 people per square mile. The median age is 35.3 years, 9% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (43.9%).

Population

12,299
Total Population
5,747
People / sq mi
35.3yrs
Median Age
9% below US avg
2.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.4%
Female 55.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Newman vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only41.1%
48% below US avg
Spanish58.9%
340% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Newman vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Newman is $75,344, which is 0% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 14.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes.

Income: Newman vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$75,344
0% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,662
Avg Weekly Wage$1,227
IRS Avg AGI$69,076

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.6%
139% above US avg
Poverty Rate14.4%
16% above US avg
Establishments (County)17,952
County GDP$32,065M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,051
Healthcare1,247
Retail1,486
Manufacturing400

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,104
46% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.34%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time37.2 min
Work from Home6.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Newman is $381,900, 35% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,227 (6% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $432,549.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$381,900
35% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$432,549
Median List Price$509,999

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$509,999
$/Sq Ft$271
Homes Sold5
Sale-to-List Ratio99.9%
Price Drops42.4%
Inventory33

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,227
6% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,513
1 Bedroom$1,647
2 Bedrooms$2,053
3 Bedrooms$2,752
4 Bedrooms$3,165

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied74.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,104
46% above US avg
Effective Rate1.34%
In Newman, 38.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 20.5% report depression. 33.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.5%
20% above US avg
Diabetes12.2%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure31.0%
Asthma9.9%
COPD5.7%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.2%
Physical Inactivity33.7%
Depression20.5%
Mental Distress19.5%
Physical Distress16.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.8%
Checkup Rate69.7%
Premature Death9,309/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access94.2%
Healthcare Facilities1,247
Newman has a violent crime rate of 233 per 100,000 residents, 39% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,462 per 100,000 (25% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent232.7/100K
39% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery18.6/100K
Assault214.1/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,461.6/100K
25% below US avg
Burglary530.6/100K
Theft679.6/100K
Vehicle Theft251.4/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)78

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Newman has an average annual temperature of 65°F (18°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 11.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

49°F Jan (10°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average65.0°F
20% above US avg
January Average49°F (10°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall11.7 inches
69% below US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation89 ft (27 m)
Area2.1 sq mi (5.5 km²)
Population Density5,747/sq mi
Coordinates37.3161°N, 121.0214°W
County FIPS06099
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 8.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (75% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 11-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 54.2%
D 43.2%

Winner: Republican by 11 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.5%
75% below US avg
High School+75.7%
School Test Score4.69
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density5,747/sq mi
Total Area2.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities1,247
Restaurants1,051
Retail Stores1,486

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)78
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute37.2 min
Work from Home6.1%

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