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Newcastle, Washington

Newcastle, Washington, in King county, is 4 miles NE of Renton, Washington (center to center) and 9 miles SE of Seattle, Washington. The city contains a population of approximately 7,737.

The People and Families of Newcastle

In Newcastle, about 65% of adults are married. Married couples seem to be the rule in Newcastle, at least compared to other cities of its size.

Unlike most cities, the city has proportionately more males than females.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Newcastle had a median family income of $91,381. The typical family in Newcastle is better off than most in Washington. The city has a large middle class. There just aren't a lot of poor people in Newcastle. Interestingly, lots of people in the city have Bachelor's degrees (or better). In Newcastle, there is a large number of singles who make a good living.

Political Inclinations

Political donors in Newcastle favored John Kerry in the 2004 Presidential race, contributing $4,401. Among political parties, the Democratic party was tops in raising money in the city.

Newcastle Housing

Newcastle has, of course, a mix of various types of housing. Recently 77% of the livable housing units were owner-occupied. Homes in the city are newer than those found in most places. Taxes on residences are higher here than most places in Washington, which may reflect a commitment to education in the city.

Commuting

In Newcastle, 91% of commuters drive to work. In the city, not everyone drives everywhere. The public transportation system may meet your needs.

High Points

Newcastle strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Washington):

CategoryTrophy
Low Rate of Poverty
(vs. Peers)
Top 3%trophyNewcastle Low Rate of Poverty
People in Middle Class or Better
(vs. State)
Top 4%trophyNewcastle People in Middle Class or Better
Well-Paid Single Men
(vs. Peers)
Top 6%Newcastle Well-Paid Single Men
College Educated Adults
(vs. Peers)
Top 6%Newcastle College Educated Adults
Median Family Income
(vs. Peers)
Top 7%Newcastle Median Family Income
Well-Paid Single Women
(vs. Peers)
Top 7%Newcastle Well-Paid Single Women
Racial Diversity
(vs. State)
Top 11%Newcastle Racial Diversity

Comparative Profile of Newcastle, WA

Comparing Newcastle to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Washington (State):

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


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Well-Paid Single Men1010
Well-Paid Single Women1010
Male Share of the Population98
Children Under 5 Years Old87
Racial Diversity89
Age of the Population56
Female Share of the Population23
Senior Citizens12

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Portion of People Married99
Average Household Size66

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People Above Poverty1010
College Educated Adults1010
Median Family Income1010
People in Middle Class or Better1010

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Working at Home98
Public Transportation Use99
Walking and Biking to Work44
Short Commute Times44

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Housing Recently Built1010
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals65
People Living Alone33
Seasonal and Vacation Housing22
Affordability of Property Taxes21
Affordability of Rents11

Crime

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Low Violent Crime55
Low Property Crime57
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