Newville, AL

Alabama · Metropolitan Area

Newville is a small town in Alabama with a population of 587. Residents earn $42,679 per year, which is 43% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
587 Population 146/sq mi density
$42,679 Median Income $23,030 per capita
$90,000 Home Value $157,820 Zillow
$756 Median Rent
67°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$42,679 median income, 2.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$90,000 home value, $756/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $42,679
43% lower than US avg
Home Value $90,000
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.7%
56% lower than US avg
Median Rent $756
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 44.9%
40% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.7%
27% higher than US avg

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

People

Population587
Median Age50.1 yrs
Density146/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 59%

Economy

B
Median Income$42,679
Per Capita$23,030
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty15.7%
County GDP$681M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$90,000
Rent$756
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$157,820

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity44.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.2%
Heart Disease7.0%

Climate

Avg Temp67°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain56.7 in/yr
Elevation401 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.7%
High School+83.6%
School Score4.40

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 24%
Commute23 min
Libraries2

Is Newville a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Newville is $42,679, 43% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. The poverty rate of 15.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Newville is $90,000, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $756 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Newville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 67°F. Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 56.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Newville has a population of 587 with a density of 146 people per square mile. The median age is 50.1 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (58.9%), with 2.7% Hispanic, 37.1% Black.

Population

587
Total Population
146
People / sq mi
50.1yrs
Median Age
29% above US avg
4.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.9%
Female 49.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Newville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Newville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Newville is $42,679, which is 43% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Newville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$42,679
43% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,030
Avg Weekly Wage$1,085
IRS Avg AGI$63,092

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
31% below US avg
Poverty Rate15.7%
27% above US avg
Establishments (County)420
County GDP$681M

Business (County)

Restaurants23
Healthcare20
Retail47
Manufacturing9

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,925
45% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.14%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.3 min
Work from Home6.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Newville is $90,000, 68% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $756 (35% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $157,820.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$90,000
68% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$157,820

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$756
35% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$716
1 Bedroom$772
2 Bedrooms$936
3 Bedrooms$1,206
4 Bedrooms$1,381

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied80.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,925
45% below US avg
Effective Rate2.14%
In Newville, 44.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.2% report depression. 33.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity44.9%
40% above US avg
Diabetes15.7%
Heart Disease7.0%
High Blood Pressure44.3%
Asthma11.0%
COPD8.6%
Stroke4.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.9%
Physical Inactivity33.3%
Depression24.2%
Mental Distress20.1%
Physical Distress15.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.7%
Checkup Rate78.9%
Premature Death10,894/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.0/10
Exercise Access18.5%
Healthcare Facilities20

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Newville has an average annual temperature of 67°F (19°C). Winters average 49°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 56.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

49°F Jan (10°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average66.9°F
24% above US avg
January Average49°F (10°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall56.7 inches
49% above US avg
Snowfall0.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation401 ft (122 m)
Area4.0 sq mi (10.4 km²)
Population Density146/sq mi
Coordinates31.4206°N, 85.3367°W
County FIPS01067
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 14.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (56% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 50.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.1%
D 24.3%

Winner: Republican by 50.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.7%
56% below US avg
High School+83.6%
School Test Score4.40
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density146/sq mi
Total Area4.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities20
Restaurants23
Retail Stores47

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.3 min
Work from Home6.1%

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