What are the schools like in Newberg, OR?

Newberg is served primarily by Newberg SD 29J. The district operates 6 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 2 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 18.4:1.

What is the median household income in Newberg?

The median household income in Newberg, OR is $87,873 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 3.3%.

What is the weather like in Newberg, OR?

Newberg has an average high temperature of 45.4°F in January and 80.8°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.2 inches and annual snowfall averages 1.0 inches.

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

Q: Is Newberg, OR affordable or expensive?

Newberg's cost of living index is 107, where 100 represents the national average. This means Newberg is 7% more expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $426,600 and the median rent is $1,570 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Newberg, OR?

Newberg has a violent crime rate of 121.4 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 786.2 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Newberg, OR a Good Place to Live?

Newberg is a small city of 25,379 in Oregon, with a median household income of $87,873 and a 3.3% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 107 (US average = 100), which is 7% above the national average.

Strengths: Newberg stands out for solid school ratings (B), a well-educated population.

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include high home prices. Whether Newberg is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Newberg 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: 106.6

Newberg's overall cost of living index is 106.6, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Newberg costs roughly 7% more than the average American city.

Metric	Newberg, OR	National Avg
Median Home Value	$426,600	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,570	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	63.4%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$87,873	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Newberg's violent crime rate is 121.4 per 100,000 residents — 68% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

121.4 /100k

Property Crime

786.2 /100k

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

Schools & Education

Newberg is served primarily by Newberg SD 29J. The student-to-teacher ratio is 18.4:1 (slightly above the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Newberg, OR	National Avg
School District	Newberg SD 29J	—
Elementary Schools	6	—
Middle Schools	2	—
High Schools	2	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	18.4:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	38.2%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	92.1%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Newberg sees average highs of 45.4°F in January and 80.8°F in July, with 44.2 inches of annual precipitation and 1.0 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Newberg, OR
Average High — January	45.4°F
Average High — July	80.8°F
Annual Precipitation	44.2"
Annual Snowfall	1.0"

Demographics

Metric	Newberg, OR	National Avg
Population	25,379	—
Median Age	34.2	38.9
Unemployment Rate	3.3%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	28.2 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	80.2%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.8%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	11.1%	18.9%
Asian	2.5%	6.3%
Under 18	22.6%	22.2%
65 and over	14.4%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Dundee, OR 3 mi St. Paul, OR 7 mi Sherwood, OR 7 mi Butteville, OR 7 mi Dayton, OR 8 mi

ZIP Codes in Newberg

Newberg, OR is covered by 1 ZIP code:

97132

Newberg vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Newberg, OR affordable or expensive?

Newberg's cost of living index is 107, where 100 is the national average. That puts Newberg roughly 7% above the national average in cost. The median home price is $426,600 and median rent is $1,570/month.

What is the crime rate in Newberg, OR?

Newberg's violent crime rate is 121.4 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 786.2 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Newberg?

Public schools in Newberg are operated by Newberg SD 29J. The district has 6 elementary, 2 middle, and 2 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 18.4:1. 38.2% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Newberg, OR a good place to live?

Newberg, OR has a population of 25,379, a median household income of $87,873, and an unemployment rate of 3.3%. 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 Newberg?

Newberg averages 45.4°F in January and 80.8°F in July. Annual rainfall is 44.2 inches with about 1.0 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Newberg?

Newberg, OR is covered by 1 ZIP code: 97132.

What is the population of Newberg?

The population of Newberg, Oregon is 25,379 with a median age of 34.2. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Newberg?

Key numbers for living in Newberg: cost of living index 107 (100 = US average), median home $426,600, median household income $87,873, crime index 34 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Newberg side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.