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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):

CategoryTrophy
Walking and Biking to Work
(vs. Peers)
Top 4%trophyNewark Walking and Biking to Work
Short Commute Times
(vs. State)
Top 14%Newark Short Commute Times

Comparative Profile of Newark, NY

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

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Female Share of the Population89
Senior Citizens88
Racial Diversity88
Age of the Population76
Children Under 5 Years Old56
Well-Paid Single Men43
Male Share of the Population32

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Average Household Size43
Portion of People Married22

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
College Educated Adults43
Median Family Income42
People in Middle Class or Better32
People Above Poverty31

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Walking and Biking to Work1010
Short Commute Times89
Public Transportation Use53
Working at Home11

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals98
People Living Alone77
Affordability of Rents67
Affordability of Property Taxes37
Seasonal and Vacation Housing21
Housing Recently Built14

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Low Violent Crime53
Low Property Crime52

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