New Castle

IN

Henry County, Indiana

Population 49K |Median income $63,150 |1 hospital

Population
48,970
Henry County
Median Income
$63,150
-7% vs avg
Median Home Value
$154,400
-32% vs avg
Median Age
42.2
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
49K-1%
Median Income
$63,150+55%
Median Home Value
$154,400+64%
Poverty Rate
13.6%-20%
Unemployment
3.7%-71%

Economics

Median Rent
$820/mo
Poverty Rate
13.6% -4% vs avg
Unemployment 3.7%
Bachelor's Degree+ 17.5%
Work From Home 9.3%
Public Transit 0.4%

Population

White 92.8%
African American 2.2%
Two or More Ethnicities 2.2%
Asian 0.5%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity
43.7%
Short Sleep Duration
41.6%
High Blood Pressure
40.8%
Physical Inactivity
29.1%
Frequent Mental Distress
18.4%
Current Smoking
18%
Binge Drinking
16.1%
Frequent Physical Distress
15.2%
Diabetes
13.5%
Current Asthma
11.4%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 79.3%
Dental Visit 58%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance
8.5%
Coronary Heart Disease
7.9%
Stroke
3.9%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution
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Average Rating
4/5
Total Hospitals
1
With ER
1
HENRY COUNTY MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
NEW CASTLE · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★★☆

Alerts & News — New Castle Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Central Virginia and North Central North Carolina

NOAA · 28m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Chester and York Counties in South Carolina

NOAA · 28m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Central South Carolina Through 9:45 AM

NOAA · 28m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Parts of East Central Georgia and Central South Carolina

NOAA · 29m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Jenkins, Screven, and Allendale Counties Through 10:00 AM

NOAA · 35m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for East Central Georgia and Central South Carolina

NOAA · 35m ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of New Castle, IN? ▼
New Castle, IN has a population of 48,970 people, located in Henry County, Indiana.
What is the median household income in New Castle? ▼
The median household income in New Castle, IN is $63,150 per year. The poverty rate is 13.6%.
What is the median home value in New Castle? ▼
The median home value in New Castle, IN is $154,400. Median rent is $820/month.
What are the top health concerns in New Castle? ▼
The top health indicators in New Castle include Obesity (43.7%), Short Sleep Duration (41.6%), High Blood Pressure (40.8%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in New Castle? ▼
New Castle has 1 hospital with an average rating of 4/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in New Castle? ▼
The median age in New Castle, IN is 42.2 years. 17.5% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

New Castle, IN is located in Henry County, Indiana. With a population of 49K and a median household income of $63,150, the community faces health challenges including obesity and short sleep duration. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of 4/5 stars. Safety alerts for the New Castle area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Henry County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.