Newmanstown, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Newmanstown is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 3,270. Residents earn $89,023 per year, which is 18% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
3,270 Population 1,500/sq mi density
$89,023 Median Income $36,905 per capita
$239,000 Home Value $332,803 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$89,023 median income, 0.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$239,000 home value
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $89,023
18% higher than US avg
Home Value $239,000
15% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.1%
52% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.5%
86% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.4%
40% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,270
Median Age40.3 yrs
Density1,500/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 87%

Economy

A+
Median Income$89,023
Per Capita$36,905
Unemployment0.5%
Poverty7.4%
County GDP$8,097M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$239,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$332,803

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain48.4 in/yr
Elevation490 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.1%
High School+90.2%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 34%
Commute24 min
Libraries6

Is Newmanstown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Newmanstown receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Newmanstown stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Newmanstown is $89,023, 18% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.5%. Only 7.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Newmanstown is $239,000, 15% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Newmanstown experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Newmanstown has a population of 3,270 with a density of 1,500 people per square mile. The median age is 40.3 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.6%), with 3.9% Black.

Population

3,270
Total Population
1,500
People / sq mi
40.3yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
2.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.1%
Female 49.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Newmanstown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only87.8%
12% above US avg
Spanish12.2%
9% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Newmanstown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Newmanstown is $89,023, which is 18% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Newmanstown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$89,023
18% above US avg
Per Capita Income$36,905
Avg Weekly Wage$1,066
IRS Avg AGI$71,749

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.5%
86% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.4%
40% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,936
County GDP$8,097M

Business (County)

Restaurants232
Healthcare286
Retail413
Manufacturing200

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,794
66% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.42%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.3 min
Work from Home10.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Newmanstown is $239,000, 15% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $332,803.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$239,000
15% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$332,803
Median List Price$359,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$359,900
$/Sq Ft$198
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio102.2%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$900
1 Bedroom$996
2 Bedrooms$1,225
3 Bedrooms$1,570
4 Bedrooms$1,744

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied83.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,794
66% above US avg
Effective Rate2.42%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.0%
Premature Death7,405/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access82.7%
Healthcare Facilities286

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Safety Score

Newmanstown has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average51.6°F
4% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.4 inches
27% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation490 ft (149 m)
Area2.2 sq mi (5.6 km²)
Population Density1,500/sq mi
Coordinates40.3515°N, 76.2117°W
County FIPS42075
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 16.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (52% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 32-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.5%
D 33.6%

Winner: Republican by 32 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.1%
52% below US avg
High School+90.2%
School Test Score5.95
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,500/sq mi
Total Area2.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities286
Restaurants232
Retail Stores413

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.3 min
Work from Home10.9%

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