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Newry, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Newry is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 203. Residents earn $46,071 per year, which is 39% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
203 Population 2,030/sq mi density
$46,071 Median Income $26,012 per capita
$133,300 Home Value
$890 Median Rent 45.0% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$46,071 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$133,300 home value, $890/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,071
39% lower than US avg
Home Value $133,300
53% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.4%
60% lower than US avg
Median Rent $890
23% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.0%
13% higher than US avg

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

People

Population203
Median Age45.3 yrs
Density2,030/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans6.6%

Economy

B+
Median Income$46,071
Per Capita$26,012
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty14.0%
County GDP$8,000M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$133,300
Rent$890
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units134
Rent Burden45.0%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain41.8 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,050 ft (320 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.4%
High School+93.0%
Graduate+8.2%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute24 min
Broadband96.0%
Libraries8

Is Newry a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Newry receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Newry offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Newry is $46,071, 39% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 14.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Newry is $133,300, 53% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $890 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Newry experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.8 inches, including 38.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Newry has a population of 203 with a density of 2,030 people per square mile. The median age is 45.3 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.1%).

Population

203
Total Population
2,030
People / sq mi
45.3yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.3%
Female 53.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Newry vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.5%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.5%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Newry vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Newry is $46,071, which is 39% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Newry vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,071
39% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,012
Avg Weekly Wage$1,024
IRS Avg AGI$66,997

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.0%
13% above US avg
Establishments (County)3,430
County GDP$8,000M

Business (County)

Restaurants305
Healthcare462
Retail495
Manufacturing128

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,849
39% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.64%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.9 min
Drive Alone79.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home18.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Newry is $133,300, 53% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $890 (23% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$133,300
53% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$890
23% below US avg
Rent Burden45.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied60.4%
Housing Units134
Median Year Built1950

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,849
39% above US avg
Effective Rate3.64%
Newry has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.8 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.7°F
6% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.8 inches
10% above US avg
Snowfall38.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,050 ft (320 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density2,030/sq mi
Coordinates40.3933°N, 78.4357°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42013
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 13.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (60% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.5-point margin. 96.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.4%
D 27.9%

Winner: Republican by 43.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.4%
60% below US avg
High School+93.0%
Graduate Degree+8.2%
School Test Score5.95
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density2,030/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.0%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities462
Restaurants305
Retail Stores495

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.9 min
Drive Alone79.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home18.8%

Nearby Cities

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