New Castle

PA

Lawrence County, Pennsylvania

Population 85K |Median income $61,931 |1 hospital

Population
85,024
Lawrence County
Median Income
$61,931
-9% vs avg
Median Home Value
$147,200
-35% vs avg
Median Age
44.9
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
85K-6%
Median Income
$61,931+42%
Median Home Value
$147,200+52%
Poverty Rate
11.9%-17%
Unemployment
5.7%-29%

Economics

Median Rent
$831/mo
Poverty Rate
11.9% -16% vs avg
Unemployment 5.7%
Bachelor's Degree+ 23.4%
Work From Home 13.4%
Public Transit 0.6%

Population

White 89.5%
Two or More Ethnicities 4.2%
African American 3.8%
Asian 0.3%

Health Profile 2 measures

Health Indicators

Short Sleep Duration
44.2%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 62.6%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution
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1
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0
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Average Rating
3/5
Total Hospitals
1
With ER
1
UPMC JAMESON
NEW CASTLE · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
★★★☆☆

Alerts & News — New Castle Area 6

Earthquakes

M 5.4 Earthquake Recorded 91 km SSE of Koshima, Japan

USGS · 34m ago
Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Waters from Pensacola to Pascagoula Until 7:30 AM CDT

NOAA · 35m ago
Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Southeast Alabama, Florida Panhandle, and Southwest Georgia

NOAA · 1h ago
Weather Alerts high

Blizzard Warning Issued for Paulatuk: Hazardous Travel and Near-Zero Visibility Expected

ECCC · 2h ago
Weather Alerts high

Heavy Freezing Spray Warning Issued for Passage Canal Through Tuesday Afternoon

NOAA · 2h ago
Weather Alerts high

Special Marine Warning Issued for Florida Panhandle Coastal Waters Through Monday Morning

NOAA · 12h ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of New Castle, PA? ▼
New Castle, PA has a population of 85,024 people, located in Lawrence County, Pennsylvania.
What is the median household income in New Castle? ▼
The median household income in New Castle, PA is $61,931 per year. The poverty rate is 11.9%.
What is the median home value in New Castle? ▼
The median home value in New Castle, PA is $147,200. Median rent is $831/month.
What are the top health concerns in New Castle? ▼
The top health indicators in New Castle include Short Sleep Duration (44.2%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in New Castle? ▼
New Castle has 1 hospital with an average rating of 3/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in New Castle? ▼
The median age in New Castle, PA is 44.9 years. 23.4% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

New Castle, PA is located in Lawrence County, Pennsylvania. With a population of 85K and a median household income of $61,931, the community faces health challenges including short sleep duration. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of 3/5 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 (Lawrence 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.