What are the schools like in Newark, MD?

Newark is served primarily by Worcester County Public Schools. The district operates 5 elementary schools, 4 middle schools, and 4 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 11.7:1.

What is the median household income in Newark?

The median household income in Newark, MD is N/A according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 0.0%.

What is the weather like in Newark, MD?

Newark has an average high temperature of 48.7°F in January and 89.3°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 47.4 inches and annual snowfall averages 10.2 inches.

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

Q: Is Newark, MD affordable or expensive?

Newark's cost of living index is 95, where 100 represents the national average. This means Newark is 5% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is N/A and the median rent is N/A per month.

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

Newark has a violent crime rate of 200.9 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 1622.2 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Newark, MD a Good Place to Live?

Newark is a small town of 277 in Maryland, with a median household income of N/A . Its cost of living index is 95 (US average = 100), which is 5% below the national average.

Strengths: Newark stands out for an affordable cost of living, solid school ratings (B).

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include longer commutes. 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: 95.1

Newark's overall cost of living index is 95.1, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Newark costs roughly 5% less than the average American city.

Metric	Newark, MD	National Avg
Median Home Value	N/A	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	N/A	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	62.2%	65.9%
Median Household Income	N/A	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Safer than Average

Newark's violent crime rate is 200.9 per 100,000 residents — 47% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

200.9 /100k

Property Crime

1622.2 /100k

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

Schools & Education

Newark is served primarily by Worcester County Public Schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.7:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Newark, MD	National Avg
School District	Worcester County Public Schools	—
Elementary Schools	5	—
Middle Schools	4	—
High Schools	4	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	11.7:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	11.1%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	89.3%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Newark sees average highs of 48.7°F in January and 89.3°F in July, with 47.4 inches of annual precipitation and 10.2 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Newark, MD
Average High — January	48.7°F
Average High — July	89.3°F
Annual Precipitation	47.4"
Annual Snowfall	10.2"

Demographics

Metric	Newark, MD	National Avg
Population	277	—
Median Age	50.0	38.9
Unemployment Rate	0.0%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	63.1 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	77.6%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	8.7%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	15.5%	22.2%
65 and over	12.6%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Berlin, MD 6 mi Powellville, MD 6 mi Whaleyville, MD 8 mi Snow Hill, MD 9 mi Willards, MD 9 mi

ZIP Codes in Newark

Newark, MD is covered by 1 ZIP code:

21841

Newark vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Newark, MD affordable or expensive?

Newark's cost of living index is 95, where 100 is the national average. That makes Newark roughly 5% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is N/A and median rent is N/A/month.

What is the crime rate in Newark, MD?

Newark's violent crime rate is 200.9 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 1622.2 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 Worcester County Public Schools. The district has 5 elementary, 4 middle, and 4 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.7:1. 11.1% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Newark, MD a good place to live?

Newark, MD has a population of 277, a median household income of N/A, and an unemployment rate of 0.0%. 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 48.7°F in January and 89.3°F in July. Annual rainfall is 47.4 inches with about 10.2 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Newark?

Newark, MD is covered by 1 ZIP code: 21841.

What is the population of Newark?

The population of Newark, Maryland is 277 with a median age of 50.0. 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 95 (100 = US average), median home N/A, median household income N/A, crime index 63 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B. 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.