Newsoms, VA

Virginia

Newsoms is a small town in Virginia with a population of 296. Residents earn $52,639 per year, which is 30% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
296 Population 592/sq mi density
$52,639 Median Income $31,138 per capita
$151,700 Home Value $216,525 Zillow
$1,042 Median Rent 39.6% income on rent
59°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$52,639 median income, 1.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$151,700 home value, $1,042/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
19.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $52,639
30% lower than US avg
Home Value $151,700
46% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.6%
42% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,042
10% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.4%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.5%
23% lower than US avg

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

People

Population296
Median Age43.7 yrs
Density592/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 56%
Veterans7.7%

Economy

B+
Median Income$52,639
Per Capita$31,138
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty9.5%
Commute38 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$151,700
Rent$1,042
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$216,525
Rent Burden39.6%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.5%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F
AQI35 (Good)
Rain51.4 in/yr
Elevation91 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.6%
High School+79.0%
School Score5.58

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 37%
Commute38 min
Broadband82.5%
Libraries2

Is Newsoms a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Newsoms receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times. Newsoms offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Newsoms is $52,639, 30% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. 9.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Newsoms is $151,700, 46% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,042 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

19.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Newsoms enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.4 inches, including 6.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Newsoms has a population of 296 with a density of 592 people per square mile. The median age is 43.7 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (56.4%), with 41.2% Black.

Population

296
Total Population
592
People / sq mi
43.7yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.6%
Female 52.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Newsoms vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.7%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.3%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Newsoms vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Newsoms is $52,639, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes.

Income: Newsoms vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,639
30% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,138
Avg Weekly Wage$942
IRS Avg AGI$63,604

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.5%
23% below US avg
Establishments (County)346

Business (County)

Restaurants6
Healthcare7
Retail32
Manufacturing14

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,638
25% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.74%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time37.7 min
Drive Alone82.5%
Public Transit1.3%
Work from Home3.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Newsoms is $151,700, 46% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,042 (10% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $216,525.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$151,700
46% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$216,525

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,042
10% below US avg
Rent Burden39.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,137
1 Bedroom$1,181
2 Bedrooms$1,369
3 Bedrooms$1,787
4 Bedrooms$2,126

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied75.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,638
25% below US avg
Effective Rate1.74%
In Newsoms, 38.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.5% report depression. 24.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.4%
20% above US avg
Diabetes12.0%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure35.9%
Asthma11.9%
COPD6.2%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.7%
Physical Inactivity24.5%
Depression23.5%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress13.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.6%
Checkup Rate78.4%
Premature Death10,093/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.9/10
Exercise Access32.6%
Healthcare Facilities7

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Newsoms has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average58.9°F
9% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.4 inches
35% above US avg
Snowfall6.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median35.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation91 ft (28 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density592/sq mi
Coordinates36.6262°N, 77.1248°W
County FIPS51175
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 19.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (42% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 25.5-point margin. 82.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.4%
D 36.9%

Winner: Republican by 25.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.6%
42% below US avg
High School+79.0%
School Test Score5.58
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density592/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access82.5%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities7
Restaurants6
Retail Stores32

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute37.7 min
Drive Alone82.5%
Public Transit1.3%
Work from Home3.2%

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