Median Income
$57,000
24% lower than US avg
Home Value
$82,500
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
10.4%
69% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$689
41% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
41.5%
29% higher than US avg
Unemployment
8.0%
122% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
12.2%
2% lower than US avg
How Newman Grove Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population934
Median Age35.4 yrs
Density1,698/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 62%
Economy
C+
Median Income$57,000
Per Capita$24,658
Unemployment8.0%
Poverty12.2%
County GDP$3,228M
Commute23 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$82,500
Rent$689
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$179,649
Health
Obesity41.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression17.9%
Heart Disease5.8%
Climate
Avg Temp48°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain27.2 in/yr
Elevation1,747 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+10.4%
High School+87.7%
School Score5.81
Community
2024 VoteR 77% / D 21%
Commute23 min
Libraries5
Is Newman Grove a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Newman Grove receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Newman Grove offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Newman Grove is $57,000, 24% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.0%, unemployment is notably high. 12.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Newman Grove is $82,500, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $689 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
10.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Newman Grove experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 27.2 inches, including 26.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Newman Grove has a population of 934 with a density of 1,698 people per square mile. The median age is 35.4 years, 9% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (61.7%), with 3.4% Hispanic.
Population
35.4yrs
Median Age
9% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Newman Grove vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 67.7% |
| 14% below US avg |
| Spanish | 32.3% |
| 141% above US avg |
Social Characteristics
Newman Grove vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Newman Grove is $57,000, which is 24% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.
Income: Newman Grove vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $57,000 |
| 24% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $24,658 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,063 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $81,085 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 8.0% |
| 122% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 12.2% |
| 2% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,339 |
| County GDP | $3,228M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 94 |
| Healthcare | 171 |
| Retail | 187 |
| Manufacturing | 48 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,495 |
| 57% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 6.66% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 23.0 min |
| Work from Home | 3.7% |
The median home value in Newman Grove is $82,500, 71% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $689 (41% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $179,649.
Home Values
| Census Median | $82,500 |
| 71% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $179,649 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $689 |
| 41% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $706 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,001 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,274 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,409 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,495 |
| 57% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 6.66% |
In Newman Grove, 41.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 17.9% report depression. 29.1% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Newman Grove vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 41.5% |
| 29% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.5% |
| Heart Disease | 5.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.1% |
| Asthma | 9.9% |
| COPD | 6.8% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 20.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 29.1% |
| Depression | 17.9% |
| Mental Distress | 16.0% |
| Physical Distress | 12.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 80.9% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 72.4% |
| Premature Death | 6,586/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 90.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 171 |
Crime Rates: Newman Grove vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 4 |
Safety Score
Newman Grove has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 27.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Temperature
22°F Jan (-6°C)
74°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 48.3°F |
| 11% below US avg |
| January Average | 22°F (-6°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 27.2 inches |
| 28% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 26.6 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 32.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,747 ft (532 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,698/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.7469°N, 97.7767°W |
| County FIPS | 31119 |