Newton Grove, NC

North Carolina · Metropolitan Area

Newton Grove is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 574. Residents earn $68,750 per year, which is 9% below the national average.

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
574 Population 186/sq mi density
$68,750 Median Income $43,530 per capita
$155,000 Home Value $160,748 Zillow
$969 Median Rent 43.0% income on rent
62°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$68,750 median income, 0.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$155,000 home value, $969/mo rent
A
Education
4.3 / 5.0
41.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,750
9% lower than US avg
Home Value $155,000
45% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 41.8%
24% higher than US avg
Median Rent $969
17% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.2%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.8%
78% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.4%
89% lower than US avg

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

People

Population574
Median Age56.2 yrs
Density186/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 93%
Veterans7.1%

Economy

A
Median Income$68,750
Per Capita$43,530
Unemployment0.8%
Poverty1.4%
County GDP$11,573M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$155,000
Rent$969
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$160,748
Rent Burden43.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.9%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain51.0 in/yr
Elevation183 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+41.8%
High School+95.0%
School Score5.46

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 39%
Commute30 min
Broadband81.2%
EV Stations1
Libraries7

Is Newton Grove a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Newton Grove receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Newton Grove stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Newton Grove is $68,750, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. Only 1.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Newton Grove is $155,000, 45% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $969 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 41.8% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 95.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Newton Grove enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Newton Grove has a population of 574 with a density of 186 people per square mile. The median age is 56.2 years, 44% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.9%), with 3.3% Black.

Population

574
Total Population
186
People / sq mi
56.2yrs
Median Age
44% above US avg
3.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.6%
Female 51.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Newton Grove vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only88.1%
12% above US avg
Spanish11.9%
11% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Newton Grove vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Newton Grove is $68,750, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Newton Grove vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,750
9% below US avg
Per Capita Income$43,530
Avg Weekly Wage$1,064
IRS Avg AGI$73,009

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.8%
78% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.4%
89% below US avg
Establishments (County)5,104
County GDP$11,573M

Business (County)

Restaurants352
Healthcare353
Retail575
Manufacturing117

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,488
0% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.25%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.4 min
Drive Alone89.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Newton Grove is $155,000, 45% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $969 (17% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $160,748.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$155,000
45% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$160,748

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$969
17% below US avg
Rent Burden43.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$932
1 Bedroom$981
2 Bedrooms$1,161
3 Bedrooms$1,499
4 Bedrooms$1,780

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied72.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,488
0% below US avg
Effective Rate2.25%
In Newton Grove, 39.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.9% report depression. 26.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Newton Grove vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.2%
22% above US avg
Diabetes11.4%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure35.3%
Asthma11.4%
COPD7.6%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.6%
Physical Inactivity26.8%
Depression26.9%
Mental Distress19.1%
Physical Distress13.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.9%
Checkup Rate77.5%
Premature Death8,163/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access96.8%
Healthcare Facilities353

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)35

Safety Score

Newton Grove has an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average61.5°F
14% above US avg
January Average43°F (6°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.0 inches
34% above US avg
Snowfall1.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation183 ft (56 m)
Area3.1 sq mi (8.0 km²)
Population Density186/sq mi
Coordinates35.2512°N, 78.3537°W
County FIPS37101
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 41.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (24% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 21.5-point margin. 81.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.2%
D 38.7%

Winner: Republican by 21.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+41.8%
24% above US avg
High School+95.0%
School Test Score5.46
A Education Grade (4.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density186/sq mi
Total Area3.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access81.2%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities353
Restaurants352
Retail Stores575

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)35

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.4 min
Drive Alone89.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.6%

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