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Newton Hamilton, PA

Pennsylvania

Newton Hamilton is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 248. Residents earn $69,583 per year, which is 7% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
248 Population 1,550/sq mi density
$69,583 Median Income $29,539 per capita
$67,000 Home Value
$1,100 Median Rent 16.9% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$69,583 median income, 2.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$67,000 home value, $1,100/mo rent
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
5.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $69,583
7% lower than US avg
Home Value $67,000
76% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.8%
83% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,100
5% lower than US avg
Unemployment 2.6%
28% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.5%
64% lower than US avg

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

People

Population248
Median Age26.3 yrs
Density1,550/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans4.2%

Economy

A
Median Income$69,583
Per Capita$29,539
Unemployment2.6%
Poverty4.5%
County GDP$1,677M
Commute66 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$67,000
Rent$1,100
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units116
Rent Burden16.9%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain42.5 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation542 ft (165 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.8%
High School+90.5%
Graduate+3.2%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 23%
Commute66 min
Broadband88.0%
Libraries1

Is Newton Hamilton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Newton Hamilton receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Newton Hamilton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Newton Hamilton is $69,583, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. Only 4.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 66 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Newton Hamilton is $67,000, 76% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,100 per month. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Newton Hamilton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.5 inches, including 33.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Newton Hamilton has a population of 248 with a density of 1,550 people per square mile. The median age is 26.3 years, 32% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.8%).

Population

248
Total Population
1,550
People / sq mi
26.3yrs
Median Age
32% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.6%
Female 54.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Newton Hamilton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only87.3%
11% above US avg
Spanish12.7%
5% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Newton Hamilton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Newton Hamilton is $69,583, which is 7% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 66 minutes.

Income: Newton Hamilton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$69,583
7% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,539
Avg Weekly Wage$934
IRS Avg AGI$58,423

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.6%
28% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.5%
64% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,022
County GDP$1,677M

Business (County)

Restaurants81
Healthcare120
Retail135
Manufacturing30

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,873
11% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.78%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time65.5 min
Drive Alone75.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Newton Hamilton is $67,000, 76% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,100 (5% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$67,000
76% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,100
5% below US avg
Rent Burden16.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied62.5%
Housing Units116
Median Year Built1944

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,873
11% above US avg
Effective Rate5.78%
Newton Hamilton has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.5 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.3°F
1% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.5 inches
12% above US avg
Snowfall33.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation542 ft (165 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density1,550/sq mi
Coordinates40.3930°N, 77.8353°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42061
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 5.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (83% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 52.9-point margin. 88.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.1%
D 23.2%

Winner: Republican by 52.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.8%
83% below US avg
High School+90.5%
Graduate Degree+3.2%
School Test Score5.95
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,550/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities120
Restaurants81
Retail Stores135

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute65.5 min
Drive Alone75.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home15.6%

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