Median Income $73,526

2% lower than US avg

Home Value $106,700

62% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 20.4%

39% lower than US avg

Median Rent $768

34% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 38.4%

20% higher than US avg

Unemployment 1.0%

72% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 4.9%

60% lower than US avg

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

People

Population796

Median Age56.5 yrs

Density1,305/mi²

Male / Female48% / 52%

Largest GroupWhite 95%

Veterans15.8%

Economy

A+

Median Income$73,526

Per Capita$33,836

Unemployment1.0%

Poverty4.9%

County GDP$1,039M

Commute31 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$106,700

Rent$768

OwnershipN/A

Zillow$84,191

Housing Units457

Rent Burden17.1%

Health

Obesity38.4%

Uninsured7.6%

Smoking14.8%

Depression24.0%

Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)

AQI43 (Good)

Rain40.4 in/yr

Sunny Days293/yr

Elevation647 ft (197 m)

Education

C+

Bachelor's+20.4%

High School+94.5%

Graduate+3.1%

School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 23%

Commute31 min

Broadband92.0%

Libraries3

Is Newman a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Newman 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. Newman stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Newman is $73,526, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. Only 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Newman is $106,700, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $768 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

20.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Newman experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.4 inches, including 23.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Newman has a population of 796 with a density of 1,305 people per square mile. The median age is 56.5 years, 45% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95%), with 2.3% Black.

Population

796

Total Population

1,305

People / sq mi

56.5yrs

Median Age

45% above US avg

0.6mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.7%

Female 52.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Newman vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	97.9%
	25% above US avg
Spanish	2.1%
	84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Newman vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Newman is $73,526, which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Newman vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$73,526
	2% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$33,836
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,055
IRS Avg AGI	$63,188

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	1.0%
	72% below US avg
Poverty Rate	4.9%
	60% below US avg
Establishments (County)	351
County GDP	$1,039M

Business (County)

Restaurants	38
Healthcare	31
Retail	45
Manufacturing	16

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$3,788
	8% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate	3.55%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	31.4 min
Drive Alone	79.3%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	3.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Newman is $106,700, 62% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $768 (34% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $84,191.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$106,700
	62% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$84,191

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$768
	34% below US avg
Rent Burden	17.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$774
1 Bedroom	$854
2 Bedrooms	$1,063
3 Bedrooms	$1,370
4 Bedrooms	$1,561

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	90.6%
Housing Units	457
Median Year Built	1961

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$3,788
	8% above US avg
Effective Rate	3.55%

In Newman, 38.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.6% of residents lack health insurance. 14.8% are current smokers. 24.0% report depression. 21.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	38.4%
	20% above US avg
Diabetes	9.2%
Heart Disease	5.1%
High Blood Pressure	30.7%
Asthma	10.5%
COPD	6.4%
Cancer	7.4%
Stroke	2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	14.8%
	6% above US avg
Binge Drinking	20.9%
Physical Inactivity	21.9%
Depression	24.0%
Mental Distress	18.5%
Physical Distress	12.4%
Short Sleep	37.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	97.0%
Uninsured	7.6%
	12% below US avg
Checkup Rate	75.4%
Dental Visits	59.5%
Premature Death	11,162/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.1/10
Exercise Access	57.4%
Healthcare Facilities	31

Newman has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.4 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)

Annual Average	51.5°F
	5% below US avg
January Average	25°F (-4°C)
July Average	74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days	293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	40.4 inches
	6% above US avg
Snowfall	23.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	43.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	647 ft (197 m)
Area	0.6 sq mi (1.6 km²)
Population Density	1,305/sq mi
Coordinates	39.7970°N, 87.9877°W
Timezone	America/Chicago
County FIPS	17045

It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 20.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (39% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 52.4-point margin. 92.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.3%

D 23%

Winner: Republican by 52.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	20.4%
	39% below US avg
High School+	94.5%
Graduate Degree+	3.1%
School Test Score	5.34

C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6	Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density	1,305/sq mi
Total Area	0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	92.0%
Public Libraries	3
Healthcare Facilities	31
Restaurants	38
Retail Stores	45

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	31.4 min
Drive Alone	79.3%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	3.1%

Newman, IL

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

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Is Newman a Good Place to Live?

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Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

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Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

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Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Newman vs U.S. Average

Income: Newman vs U.S.

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Tax & Cost of Living

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Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Chronic Conditions

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Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

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