What are the schools like in Newark, IL?

Newark is served primarily by Plano Area Special Ed Coop. The district operates several elementary schools, several middle schools, and several high schools.

What is the median household income in Newark?

The median household income in Newark, IL is $123,036 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 1.3%.

What is the weather like in Newark, IL?

Newark has an average high temperature of 31.2°F in January and 84.9°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 42.4 inches and annual snowfall averages 24.7 inches.

Newark, IL Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Newark, IL affordable or expensive?

Newark's cost of living index is 103, where 100 represents the national average. This means Newark is 3% more expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $208,400 and the median rent is $1,000 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Newark, IL?

Newark has a violent crime rate of 51.9 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 455.8 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Newark, IL a Good Place to Live?

Newark is a small town of 1,156 in Illinois, with a median household income of $123,036 and a 1.3% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 103 (US average = 100), which is 3% above the national average.

Strengths: Newark stands out for below-average home prices.

Trade-offs: No major red flags stand out in the available data. Whether Newark is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Newark city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 102.6

Newark's overall cost of living index is 102.6, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Newark costs roughly 3% more than the average American city.

Metric	Newark, IL	National Avg
Median Home Value	$208,400	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,000	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	85.9%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$123,036	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Newark's violent crime rate is 51.9 per 100,000 residents — 86% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

51.9 /100k

Property Crime

455.8 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Newark is served primarily by Plano Area Special Ed Coop.

Metric	Newark, IL	National Avg
School District	Plano Area Special Ed Coop	—
Elementary Schools	N/A	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	N/A	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	26.2%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	94.7%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Newark sees average highs of 31.2°F in January and 84.9°F in July, with 42.4 inches of annual precipitation and 24.7 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Newark, IL
Average High — January	31.2°F
Average High — July	84.9°F
Annual Precipitation	42.4"
Annual Snowfall	24.7"

Demographics

Metric	Newark, IL	National Avg
Population	1,156	—
Median Age	45.0	38.9
Unemployment Rate	1.3%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	27.5 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	94.0%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.1%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	4.8%	18.9%
Asian	0.4%	6.3%
Under 18	17.1%	22.2%
65 and over	20.7%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Millington, IL 2 mi Millbrook, IL 5 mi Sheridan, IL 5 mi Lake Holiday, IL 7 mi Lisbon, IL 8 mi

Newark vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Newark, IL affordable or expensive?

Newark's cost of living index is 103, where 100 is the national average. That puts Newark roughly 3% above the national average in cost. The median home price is $208,400 and median rent is $1,000/month.

What is the crime rate in Newark, IL?

Newark's violent crime rate is 51.9 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 455.8 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Newark?

Public schools in Newark are operated by Plano Area Special Ed Coop. The district has several elementary, several middle, and several high schools. 26.2% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Newark, IL a good place to live?

Newark, IL has a population of 1,156, a median household income of $123,036, and an unemployment rate of 1.3%. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Newark?

Newark averages 31.2°F in January and 84.9°F in July. Annual rainfall is 42.4 inches with about 24.7 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What is the population of Newark?

The population of Newark, Illinois is 1,156 with a median age of 45.0. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Newark?

Key numbers for living in Newark: cost of living index 103 (100 = US average), median home $208,400, median household income $123,036, crime index 17 (100 = US average, lower is safer). Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Newark side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.