Newark, NY

Newark, New York

Newark, New York, in Wayne county, is 27 miles SE of Irondequoit, New York (center to center) and 90 miles E of Buffalo, New York. The village is in the Rochester area. There are 9,682 residents in Newark.

The People and Families of Newark

In Newark, about 45% of adults are married. People in Newark are less likely to be married than people elsewhere.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Newark had a median family income of $40,863.

Political Inclinations

Newark folks tended to give their money ($1,250) to John Kerry in the 2004 Presidential race. More campaign money flowed to the Republican party than to competing parties.

Newark Housing

As of 2000, the share of housing units in Newark that were owner-occupied was 56%. Homes in this community tend to be somewhat older than those in other areas. People on their own appreciate the studio and one-bedroom apartments in Newark.

Commuting

In Newark, 90% of commuters drive to work. The village offers good opportunities for biking and walking, so if you're out of shape give those a try.

High Points

Newark strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in New York):

Category	Trophy
Walking and Biking to Work (vs. Peers)	Top 4%
Short Commute Times (vs. State)	Top 14%

Comparative Profile of Newark, NY

Comparing Newark to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in New York (State):

Ratings range from (lowest) to (highest).

The People

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Female Share of the Population
Senior Citizens
Racial Diversity
Age of the Population
Children Under 5 Years Old
Well-Paid Single Men
Male Share of the Population

Families

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Average Household Size
Portion of People Married

Wealth

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
College Educated Adults
Median Family Income
People in Middle Class or Better
People Above Poverty

Commute & Sprawl

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Walking and Biking to Work
Short Commute Times
Public Transportation Use
Working at Home

Housing

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals
People Living Alone
Affordability of Rents
Affordability of Property Taxes
Seasonal and Vacation Housing
Housing Recently Built

Crime

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Low Violent Crime
Low Property Crime

Newark Almanac

Newark Climate

Nearest Weather Stations

• Temp ranges are avg daily min and max for the month
• Precipitation is rainfall (and rainfall equiv of snowfall)

Newark Public Libraries

More Information for Librarians

Newark Population (2000)

(From 2000 Census, as reported by individuals)

Political Contributions (2004)

Money donated by Newark residents to parties and candidates for the 2004 elections.

by Political Party

by Presidential Candidate

Neighborhood and Nearby Area Names

According to the US Postal Service, Newark, its neighborhoods, and/or surrounding areas are also referred to as:

Note that not all alternate names are acceptable for use in US Post Office addresses.

Nearby Cities and Towns

Newark Hospitals

NEWARK-WAYNE COMMUNITY HOSPITAL
(Voluntary non-profit - Other)
111 DRIVING PARK AVENUE
(315) 332-2022
Emergency Service: Yes

Wal-Mart in Newark

Newark High Schools (2004)

NEWARK SHS
625 PEIRSON AVE
315-332-3242
Serves 870 students.

Newark Colleges

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Wayne Finger Lakes BOCES - School of Practical Nursing

(List of All New York Colleges)

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