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21,863
TOTAL POPULATION
10,086
MALE POPULATION
11,777
FEMALE POPULATION
85.64
MALES / 100 FEMALES
116.77
FEMALES / 100 MALES
38.1
MEDIAN AGE
3.1
AVG FAMILY SIZE
2.3
AVG HOUSEHOLD SIZE
$22,196
PER CAPITA INCOME
$51,250
AVG FAMILY INCOME
$39,948
AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME
25.5%
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ % ]
74.5¢/ $1
WAGE / INCOME GAP [ $ ]
$9,462
FAMILY INCOME DEFICIT
0.43
INEQUALITY / GINI INDEX
9,252
LABOR FORCE [ PEOPLE ]
54.1%
PERCENT IN LABOR FORCE
15.6%
UNEMPLOYMENT RATE

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New Castle Area Codes

Race in New Castle

The most populous races in New Castle are White / Caucasian (17,298 | 79.1%), Black / African American (2,454 | 11.2%), and Two or more Races (1,900 | 8.7%).
Race in New Castle
Race# Population% Population
Asian00.0%
Black / African American2,45411.2%
Hawaiian / Pacific00.0%
Hispanic or Latino9024.1%
Native / Alaskan70.0%
White / Caucasian17,29879.1%
Two or more Races1,9008.7%
Some other Race2040.9%
Total21,863100.0%

Ancestry in New Castle

The most populous ancestries reported in New Castle are Italian (5,441 | 24.9%), German (4,027 | 18.4%), Irish (3,270 | 15.0%), Polish (1,646 | 7.5%), and English (1,341 | 6.1%), together accounting for 71.9% of all New Castle residents.
Ancestry in New Castle
Ancestry# Population% Population
African1680.8%
American5112.3%
Arab2391.1%
Austrian200.1%
Bahamian170.1%
Belgian580.3%
Bhutanese170.1%
Blackfeet360.2%
Bolivian90.0%
Brazilian1020.5%
British250.1%
Bulgarian20.0%
Burmese70.0%
Central American790.4%
Cherokee780.4%
Colombian360.2%
Croatian1090.5%
Cuban310.1%
Czech870.4%
Czechoslovakian480.2%
Delaware120.1%
Dominican500.2%
Dutch2091.0%
Eastern European390.2%
English1,3416.1%
European300.1%
Finnish290.1%
French3841.8%
French Canadian100.1%
German4,02718.4%
Greek1090.5%
Guamanian / Chamorro70.0%
Honduran400.2%
Hopi70.0%
Hungarian970.4%
Indian (Asian)70.0%
Iranian30.0%
Irish3,27015.0%
Iroquois20.0%
Italian5,44124.9%
Korean470.2%
Lebanese310.1%
Lithuanian170.1%
Mexican1240.6%
Native Hawaiian70.0%
Northern European220.1%
Norwegian400.2%
Panamanian390.2%
Pennsylvania German120.1%
Polish1,6467.5%
Portuguese80.0%
Puerto Rican5522.5%
Romanian410.2%
Russian1290.6%
Samoan70.0%
Scandinavian380.2%
Scotch-Irish4592.1%
Scottish1950.9%
Serbian410.2%
Slavic170.1%
Slovak1640.7%
Slovene510.2%
South American450.2%
Spaniard80.0%
Sri Lankan70.0%
Subsaharan African1740.8%
Swedish650.3%
Syrian2080.9%
Thai70.0%
Ukrainian130.1%
Welsh2441.1%
Yugoslavian60.0%
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Immigrants in New Castle

The most numerous immigrant groups reported in New Castle came from Latin America (227 | 1.0%), South America (111 | 0.5%), Brazil (102 | 0.5%), Europe (100 | 0.5%), and Southern Europe (76 | 0.4%), together accounting for 2.8% of all New Castle residents.
Immigrants in New Castle
Immigration Origin# Population% Population
Africa30.0%
Asia70.0%
Bahamas170.1%
Bolivia90.0%
Brazil1020.5%
Caribbean670.3%
Central America490.2%
Cuba80.0%
Dominican Republic420.2%
Eastern Africa30.0%
England120.1%
Europe1000.5%
Germany120.1%
Greece150.1%
Honduras170.1%
Italy610.3%
Latin America2271.0%
Mexico320.2%
Northern Europe120.1%
South America1110.5%
South Eastern Asia70.0%
Southern Europe760.4%
Uganda30.0%
Western Europe120.1%
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Sex and Age in New Castle

Sex and Age in New Castle

The most populous age groups in New Castle are 10 to 14 Years (932 | 9.2%) for men and 60 to 64 Years (943 | 8.0%) for women.
Sex and Age in New Castle
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years644 (6.4%)759 (6.4%)
5 to 9 Years627 (6.2%)852 (7.2%)
10 to 14 Years932 (9.2%)680 (5.8%)
15 to 19 Years493 (4.9%)785 (6.7%)
20 to 24 Years597 (5.9%)502 (4.3%)
25 to 29 Years804 (8.0%)797 (6.8%)
30 to 34 Years795 (7.9%)758 (6.4%)
35 to 39 Years637 (6.3%)723 (6.1%)
40 to 44 Years500 (5.0%)528 (4.5%)
45 to 49 Years519 (5.1%)703 (6.0%)
50 to 54 Years650 (6.4%)673 (5.7%)
55 to 59 Years607 (6.0%)591 (5.0%)
60 to 64 Years762 (7.6%)943 (8.0%)
65 to 69 Years485 (4.8%)630 (5.3%)
70 to 74 Years466 (4.6%)582 (4.9%)
75 to 79 Years267 (2.6%)450 (3.8%)
80 to 84 Years224 (2.2%)321 (2.7%)
85 Years and over77 (0.8%)500 (4.3%)
Total10,086 (100.0%)11,777 (100.0%)

Families and Households in New Castle

Median Family Size in New Castle

The median family size in New Castle is 3.06 persons per family, with single male/father families (601 | 11.8%) accounting for the largest median family size of 3.1 persons per family. On the other hand, single female/mother families (1,664 | 32.7%) represent the smallest median family size with 3.04 persons per family.
Median Family Size in New Castle
Family Type# FamiliesFamily Size
Married-Couple2,827 (55.5%)3.06
Single Male/Father601 (11.8%)3.10
Single Female/Mother1,664 (32.7%)3.04
Total Families5,092 (100.0%)3.06

Median Household Size in New Castle

The median household size in New Castle is 2.30 persons per household, with single male/father households (601 | 6.6%) accounting for the largest median household size of 3.58 persons per household. non-family households (4,053 | 44.3%) represent the smallest median household size with 1.16 persons per household.
Median Household Size in New Castle
Household Type# HouseholdsHousehold Size
Married-Couple2,827 (30.9%)3.09
Single Male/Father601 (6.6%)3.58
Single Female/Mother1,664 (18.2%)3.29
Non-family4,053 (44.3%)1.16
Total Households9,145 (100.0%)2.30

Household Size by Marriage Status in New Castle

Out of a total of 9,145 households in New Castle, 5,092 (55.7%) are family households, while 4,053 (44.3%) are nonfamily households. The most numerous type of family households are 2-person households, comprising 2,169, and the most common type of nonfamily households are 1-person households, comprising 3,577.
Household Size by Marriage Status in New Castle
Household SizeFamily HouseholdsNonfamily Households
1-Person Households-3,577 (39.1%)
2-Person Households2,169 (23.7%)377 (4.1%)
3-Person Households1,194 (13.1%)67 (0.7%)
4-Person Households944 (10.3%)16 (0.2%)
5-Person Households350 (3.8%)16 (0.2%)
6-Person Households263 (2.9%)0 (0.0%)
7+ Person Households172 (1.9%)0 (0.0%)
Total5,092 (55.7%)4,053 (44.3%)

Female Fertility in New Castle

Fertility by Age in New Castle

Average fertility rate in New Castle is 70.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years have the highest fertility rate with 134.0 births per 1,000 women. Women in the age bracket of 20 to 34 years acount for 79.8% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Age in New Castle
Age BracketWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
15 to 19 years41 (11.8%)52.0
20 to 34 years276 (79.8%)134.0
35 to 50 years29 (8.4%)14.0
Total346 (100.0%)70.0

Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in New Castle

36.7% of women with births (346) in New Castle are married. The highest percentage of unmarried women with births falls into 15 to 19 years age bracket with 100.0% of them unmarried at the time of birth, while the lowest percentage of unmarried women with births belong to 35 to 50 years age bracket with 0.0% of them unmarried.
Female Fertility by Age by Marriage Status in New Castle
Age BracketMarriedUnmarried
15 to 19 years0 (0.0%)41 (100.0%)
20 to 34 years98 (35.5%)178 (64.5%)
35 to 50 years29 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total127 (36.7%)219 (63.3%)

Fertility by Education in New Castle

Average fertility rate in New Castle is 70.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of graduate degree have the highest fertility rate of 124.0 births per 1,000 women, while women with the education attainment of bachelor's degree have the lowest fertility at 14.0 births per 1,000 women. Women with the education attainment of high school diploma represent 54.6% of all women with births.
Female Fertility by Education Attainment in New Castle
Educational AttainmentWomen with BirthsBirths / 1,000 Women
Less than High School35 (10.1%)49.0
High School Diploma189 (54.6%)106.0
College or Associate's Degree99 (28.6%)63.0
Bachelor's Degree11 (3.2%)14.0
Graduate Degree12 (3.5%)124.0
Total346 (100.0%)70.0

Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in New Castle

63.3% of women with births in New Castle are unmarried. Women with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree are most likely to be married with 100.0% of them married at childbirth, while women with the educational attainment of college or associate's degree are least likely to be married with 74.8% of them unmarried at childbirth.
Female Fertility by Education by Marriage Status in New Castle
Educational AttainmentMarriedUnmarried
Less than High School11 (31.4%)24 (68.6%)
High School Diploma68 (36.0%)121 (64.0%)
College or Associate's Degree25 (25.3%)74 (74.8%)
Bachelor's Degree11 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Graduate Degree12 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total127 (36.7%)219 (63.3%)

Income in New Castle

Income Overview in New Castle

Per Capita Income in New Castle is $22,196, while median incomes of families and households are $51,250 and $39,948 respectively.
CharacteristicNumberMeasure
Per Capita Income21,863$22,196
Median Family Income5,092$51,250
Mean Family Income5,092$62,739
Median Household Income9,145$39,948
Mean Household Income9,145$50,609
Income Deficit5,092$9,462
Wage / Income Gap (%)21,86325.51%
Wage / Income Gap ($)21,86374.49¢ per $1
Gini / Inequality Index21,8630.43

Earnings by Sex in New Castle

Average Earnings in New Castle are $28,152, $33,341 for men and $24,836 for women, a difference of 25.5%.
Earnings by Sex in New Castle
SexNumberAverage Earnings
Male4,529 (48.2%)$33,341
Female4,862 (51.8%)$24,836
Total9,391 (100.0%)$28,152

Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in New Castle

The most common earnings brackets in New Castle are $25,000 to $29,999 for men (435 | 9.6%) and $25,000 to $29,999 for women (499 | 10.3%).
Earnings by Sex by Income Bracket in New Castle
IncomeMaleFemale
$2,499 or less321 (7.1%)459 (9.4%)
$2,500 to $4,999149 (3.3%)338 (7.0%)
$5,000 to $7,499122 (2.7%)209 (4.3%)
$7,500 to $9,999211 (4.7%)282 (5.8%)
$10,000 to $12,499158 (3.5%)125 (2.6%)
$12,500 to $14,999197 (4.3%)284 (5.8%)
$15,000 to $17,49950 (1.1%)182 (3.7%)
$17,500 to $19,999101 (2.2%)156 (3.2%)
$20,000 to $22,49971 (1.6%)126 (2.6%)
$22,500 to $24,999262 (5.8%)289 (5.9%)
$25,000 to $29,999435 (9.6%)499 (10.3%)
$30,000 to $34,999301 (6.7%)311 (6.4%)
$35,000 to $39,999245 (5.4%)207 (4.3%)
$40,000 to $44,999269 (5.9%)206 (4.2%)
$45,000 to $49,999199 (4.4%)307 (6.3%)
$50,000 to $54,999260 (5.7%)134 (2.8%)
$55,000 to $64,999380 (8.4%)236 (4.9%)
$65,000 to $74,999212 (4.7%)100 (2.1%)
$75,000 to $99,999380 (8.4%)247 (5.1%)
$100,000+206 (4.5%)165 (3.4%)
Total4,529 (100.0%)4,862 (100.0%)

Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in New Castle

Average earnings in New Castle are $36,776 for men and $27,547 for women, a difference of 25.1%. Men with an educational attainment of bachelor's degree enjoy the highest average annual earnings of $57,277, while those with high school diploma education earn the least with $31,667. Women with an educational attainment of graduate degree earn the most with the average annual earnings of $54,688, while those with less than high school education have the smallest earnings of $11,667.
Earnings by Sex by Educational Attainment in New Castle
Educational AttainmentMale IncomeFemale Income
Less than High School--
High School Diploma$31,667$23,324
College or Associate's Degree$46,219$30,000
Bachelor's Degree$57,277$44,250
Graduate Degree--
Total$36,776$27,547

Family Income in New Castle

Family Income Brackets in New Castle

According to the New Castle family income data, there are 1,115 families falling into the $50,000 to $74,999 income range, which is the most common income bracket and makes up 21.9% of all families. Conversely, the $200,000+ income bracket is the least frequent group with only 81 families (1.6%) belonging to this category.
Family Income Brackets in New Castle
Income Bracket# Families% Families
Less than $10,0002905.7%
$10,000 to $14,9991222.4%
$15,000 to $24,99956011.0%
$25,000 to $34,99964212.6%
$35,000 to $49,99986116.9%
$50,000 to $74,9991,11521.9%
$75,000 to $99,99970813.9%
$100,000 to $149,99956511.1%
$150,000 to $199,9991482.9%
$200,000+811.6%

Family Income by Famaliy Size in New Castle

7+ person families (172 | 3.4%) account for the highest median family income in New Castle with $59,079 per family, while 2-person families (2,421 | 47.5%) have the highest median income of $25,194 per family member.
Family Income by Famaliy Size in New Castle
Income Bracket# FamiliesMedian Income
2-Person Families2,421 (47.5%)$50,389
3-Person Families1,170 (23.0%)$58,125
4-Person Families858 (16.9%)$43,910
5-Person Families368 (7.2%)$58,333
6-Person Families103 (2.0%)$46,484
7+ Person Families172 (3.4%)$59,079
Total5,092 (100.0%)$51,250

Family Income by Number of Earners in New Castle

The median family income in New Castle is $51,250, with families comprising 3+ earners (310) having the highest median family income of $110,469, while families with no earners (851) have the lowest median family income of $33,309, accounting for 6.1% and 16.7% of families, respectively.
Family Income by Number of Earners in New Castle
Number of Earners# FamiliesMedian Income
No Earners851 (16.7%)$33,309
1 Earner2,347 (46.1%)$42,769
2 Earners1,584 (31.1%)$80,758
3+ Earners310 (6.1%)$110,469
Total5,092 (100.0%)$51,250

Household Income in New Castle

Household Income Brackets in New Castle

With 1,664 households falling in the category, the $50,000 to $74,999 income range is the most frequent in New Castle, accounting for 18.2% of all households. In contrast, only 91 households (1.0%) fall into the $200,000+ income bracket, making it the least populous group.
Household Income Brackets in New Castle
Income Bracket# Households% Households
Less than $10,0006777.4%
$10,000 to $14,9991,07011.7%
$15,000 to $24,9991,39015.2%
$25,000 to $34,99996910.6%
$35,000 to $49,9991,39015.2%
$50,000 to $74,9991,66418.2%
$75,000 to $99,9991,07011.7%
$100,000 to $149,9996687.3%
$150,000 to $199,9991461.6%
$200,000+911.0%

Household Income by Householder Age in New Castle

The median household income in New Castle is $39,948, with the highest median household income of $45,521 found in the 45 to 64 years age bracket for the primary householder. A total of 3,486 households (38.1%) fall into this category. Meanwhile, the 15 to 24 years age bracket for the primary householder has the lowest median household income of $22,831, with 279 households (3.0%) in this group.
Household Income by Householder Age in New Castle
Income Bracket# HouseholdsMedian Income
15 to 24 Years279 (3.0%)$22,831
25 to 44 Years2,883 (31.5%)$44,719
45 to 64 Years3,486 (38.1%)$45,521
65+ Years2,497 (27.3%)$34,090
Total9,145 (100.0%)$39,948

Poverty in New Castle

Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in New Castle

With 22.6% poverty level for males and 29.6% for females among the residents of New Castle, 5 year old males and 5 year old females are the most vulnerable to poverty, with 85 males (73.3%) and 106 females (67.5%) in their respective age groups living below the poverty level.
Income Below Poverty by Sex and Age in New Castle
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years275 (44.1%)345 (45.5%)
5 Years85 (73.3%)106 (67.5%)
6 to 11 Years188 (22.4%)479 (48.1%)
12 to 14 Years161 (29.3%)98 (26.3%)
15 Years22 (15.8%)39 (30.7%)
16 and 17 Years41 (21.8%)40 (13.2%)
18 to 24 Years184 (24.5%)334 (39.2%)
25 to 34 Years322 (20.8%)583 (37.6%)
35 to 44 Years244 (22.7%)348 (28.0%)
45 to 54 Years165 (14.4%)326 (23.8%)
55 to 64 Years347 (25.7%)343 (22.7%)
65 to 74 Years110 (11.7%)184 (15.6%)
75 Years and over53 (11.2%)176 (16.5%)
Total2,197 (22.6%)3,401 (29.6%)

Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in New Castle

According to the poverty statistics in New Castle, males aged 75 years and over and females aged 16 and 17 years are the age groups that are most secure financially, with 88.8% of males and 86.8% of females in these age groups living above the poverty line.
Income Above Poverty by Sex and Age in New Castle
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years348 (55.9%)414 (54.5%)
5 Years31 (26.7%)51 (32.5%)
6 to 11 Years653 (77.6%)517 (51.9%)
12 to 14 Years388 (70.7%)275 (73.7%)
15 Years117 (84.2%)88 (69.3%)
16 and 17 Years147 (78.2%)263 (86.8%)
18 to 24 Years566 (75.5%)518 (60.8%)
25 to 34 Years1,222 (79.1%)967 (62.4%)
35 to 44 Years829 (77.3%)894 (72.0%)
45 to 54 Years982 (85.6%)1,043 (76.2%)
55 to 64 Years1,004 (74.3%)1,170 (77.3%)
65 to 74 Years828 (88.3%)997 (84.4%)
75 Years and over420 (88.8%)890 (83.5%)
Total7,535 (77.4%)8,087 (70.4%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in New Castle

The poverty statistics for married-couple families in New Castle show that 6.4% or 182 of the total 2,827 families live below the poverty line. Families with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate of 23.1%, comprising of 21 families. On the other hand, families with 3 or 4 children have the lowest poverty rate of 4.8%, which includes 10 families.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple Families in New Castle
ChildrenAbove PovertyBelow Poverty
No Children1,781 (94.8%)97 (5.2%)
1 or 2 Children595 (91.7%)54 (8.3%)
3 or 4 Children199 (95.2%)10 (4.8%)
5 or more Children70 (76.9%)21 (23.1%)
Total2,645 (93.6%)182 (6.4%)

Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in New Castle

According to the poverty data in New Castle, 13.8% or 83 single-father households and 42.7% or 711 single-mother households are living below the poverty line. Among single-father households, those with 1 or 2 children have the highest poverty rate, with 83 households (21.5%) experiencing poverty. Likewise, among single-mother households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 26 households (100.0%) falling below the poverty line.
Income Below Poverty Among Single-Parent Households in New Castle
ChildrenSingle FatherSingle Mother
No Children0 (0.0%)41 (7.8%)
1 or 2 Children83 (21.5%)348 (46.0%)
3 or 4 Children0 (0.0%)296 (82.7%)
5 or more Children0 (0.0%)26 (100.0%)
Total83 (13.8%)711 (42.7%)

Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in New Castle

The poverty data for New Castle shows that 182 of the married-couple family households (6.4%) and 794 of the single-parent households (35.1%) are living below the poverty level. Within the married-couple family households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 21 households (23.1%) falling below the poverty line. Among the single-parent households, those with 5 or more children have the highest poverty rate, with 26 household (100.0%) living below poverty.
Income Below Poverty Among Married-Couple vs Single-Parent Households in New Castle
ChildrenMarried-Couple FamiliesSingle-Parent Households
No Children97 (5.2%)41 (6.5%)
1 or 2 Children54 (8.3%)431 (37.7%)
3 or 4 Children10 (4.8%)296 (63.9%)
5 or more Children21 (23.1%)26 (100.0%)
Total182 (6.4%)794 (35.1%)

Employment Characteristics in New Castle

Employment by Class of Employer in New Castle

Among the 7,649 employed individuals in New Castle, private company employees (5,448 | 71.2%), not-for-profit organizations (957 | 12.5%), and local government employees (421 | 5.5%) make up the most common classes of employment.
Employment by Class of Employer in New Castle
Employer Class# Employees% Employees
Private Company Employees5,44871.2%
Self-Employed (Incorporated)1301.7%
Self-Employed (Not Incorporated)3164.1%
Not-for-profit Organizations95712.5%
Local Government Employees4215.5%
State Government Employees1211.6%
Federal Government Employees2463.2%
Unpaid Family Workers100.1%
Total7,649100.0%

Employment Status by Age in New Castle

According to the labor force statistics for New Castle, out of the total population over 16 years of age (17,102), 54.1% or 9,252 individuals are in the labor force, with 15.6% or 1,443 of them unemployed. The age group with the highest labor force participation rate is 25 to 29 years, with 84.1% or 1,346 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, the 16 to 19 years age range has the highest percentage of unemployed individuals, with 32.0% or 135 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Age in New Castle
Age BracketIn Labor ForceUnemployed
16 to 19 Years421 (41.6%)135 (32.0%)
20 to 24 Years866 (78.8%)207 (23.9%)
25 to 29 Years1,346 (84.1%)171 (12.7%)
30 to 34 Years1,289 (83.0%)340 (26.4%)
35 to 44 Years1,715 (71.8%)432 (25.2%)
45 to 54 Years1,667 (65.5%)130 (7.8%)
55 to 59 Years631 (52.7%)19 (3.0%)
60 to 64 Years779 (45.7%)0 (0.0%)
65 to 74 Years465 (21.5%)9 (1.9%)
75 Years and over66 (3.6%)0 (0.0%)
Total9,252 (54.1%)1,443 (15.6%)

Employment Status by Educational Attainment in New Castle

According to labor force statistics for New Castle, 67.6% of individuals (7,429) out of the total population between 25 and 64 years of age (10,990) are in the labor force, with 14.7% or 1,092 of them being unemployed. The group with the highest labor force participation rate are those with the educational attainment of bachelor's degree or higher, with 88.0% or 1,676 individuals in the labor force. Within the labor force, individuals with less than high school education have the highest percentage of unemployment, with 40.5% or 191 of them being unemployed.
Employment Status by Educational Attainment in New Castle
Educational AttainmentIn Labor ForceUnemployed
Less than High School472 (47.0%)407 (40.5%)
High School Diploma3,216 (64.6%)861 (17.3%)
College / Associate Degree2,066 (66.6%)310 (10.0%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher1,676 (88.0%)158 (8.3%)
Total7,429 (67.6%)1,616 (14.7%)

Employment Occupations by Sex in New Castle

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations

The most common Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in New Castle are Community & Social Service (795 | 10.2%), Management (509 | 6.5%), Education Instruction & Library (386 | 5.0%), Health Diagnosing & Treating (373 | 4.8%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (294 | 3.8%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations in New Castle

Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex

Within the Management, Business, Science and Arts occupations in New Castle, the most male-oriented occupations are Computers & Mathematics (92.5%), Architecture & Engineering (87.4%), and Computers, Engineering & Science (74.8%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Life, Physical & Social Science (94.2%), Health Technologists (84.4%), and Education Instruction & Library (84.2%).
Management, Business, Science and Arts Occupations by Sex in New Castle
OccupationMaleFemale
Management194 (38.1%)315 (61.9%)
Business & Financial88 (39.5%)135 (60.5%)
Computers, Engineering & Science220 (74.8%)74 (25.2%)
Computers & Mathematics99 (92.5%)8 (7.5%)
Architecture & Engineering118 (87.4%)17 (12.6%)
Life, Physical & Social Science3 (5.8%)49 (94.2%)
Community & Social Service 181 (22.8%)614 (77.2%)
Education, Arts & Media49 (19.0%)209 (81.0%)
Legal Services & Support26 (49.1%)27 (50.9%)
Education Instruction & Library61 (15.8%)325 (84.2%)
Arts, Media & Entertainment45 (45.9%)53 (54.1%)
Health Diagnosing & Treating77 (20.6%)296 (79.4%)
Health Technologists19 (15.6%)103 (84.4%)
Total (Category)760 (34.6%)1,434 (65.4%)
Total (Overall)3,830 (49.1%)3,967 (50.9%)

Services Occupations

The most common Services occupations in New Castle are Healthcare Support (706 | 9.0%), Food Preparation & Serving (418 | 5.4%), Cleaning & Maintenance (389 | 5.0%), Personal Care & Service (182 | 2.3%), and Security & Protection (179 | 2.3%).
Services Occupations in New Castle

Services Occupations by Sex

Within the Services occupations in New Castle, the most male-oriented occupations are Law Enforcement (100.0%), Security & Protection (86.0%), and Firefighting & Prevention (81.3%), while the most female-oriented occupations are Personal Care & Service (82.4%), Healthcare Support (81.0%), and Food Preparation & Serving (65.3%).
Services Occupations by Sex in New Castle
OccupationMaleFemale
Healthcare Support134 (19.0%)572 (81.0%)
Security & Protection154 (86.0%)25 (14.0%)
Firefighting & Prevention109 (81.3%)25 (18.7%)
Law Enforcement45 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Food Preparation & Serving145 (34.7%)273 (65.3%)
Cleaning & Maintenance152 (39.1%)237 (60.9%)
Personal Care & Service32 (17.6%)150 (82.4%)
Total (Category)617 (32.9%)1,257 (67.1%)
Total (Overall)3,830 (49.1%)3,967 (50.9%)

Sales and Office Occupations

The most common Sales and Office occupations in New Castle are Office & Administration (892 | 11.4%), and Sales & Related (804 | 10.3%).
Sales and Office Occupations in New Castle

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex

Sales and Office Occupations by Sex in New Castle
OccupationMaleFemale
Sales & Related344 (42.8%)460 (57.2%)
Office & Administration243 (27.2%)649 (72.8%)
Total (Category)587 (34.6%)1,109 (65.4%)
Total (Overall)3,830 (49.1%)3,967 (50.9%)

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations

The most common Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance occupations in New Castle are Construction & Extraction (432 | 5.5%), and Installation, Maintenance & Repair (355 | 4.5%).
Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations in New Castle

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex

Natural Resources, Construction and Maintenance Occupations by Sex in New Castle
OccupationMaleFemale
Farming, Fishing & Forestry0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction & Extraction427 (98.8%)5 (1.2%)
Installation, Maintenance & Repair355 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total (Category)782 (99.4%)5 (0.6%)
Total (Overall)3,830 (49.1%)3,967 (50.9%)

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations

The most common Production, Transportation and Moving occupations in New Castle are Production (534 | 6.9%), Transportation (385 | 4.9%), and Material Moving (327 | 4.2%).
Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations in New Castle

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex

Production, Transportation and Moving Occupations by Sex in New Castle
OccupationMaleFemale
Production449 (84.1%)85 (15.9%)
Transportation357 (92.7%)28 (7.3%)
Material Moving278 (85.0%)49 (15.0%)
Total (Category)1,084 (87.0%)162 (13.0%)
Total (Overall)3,830 (49.1%)3,967 (50.9%)

Employment Industries by Sex in New Castle

Employment Industries in New Castle

The major employment industries in New Castle include Health Care & Social Assistance (1,682 | 21.6%), Retail Trade (1,009 | 12.9%), Manufacturing (974 | 12.5%), Construction (583 | 7.5%), and Accommodation & Food Services (548 | 7.0%).
Employment Industries in New Castle

Employment Industries by Sex in New Castle

The New Castle industries that see more men than women are Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting (100.0%), Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction (100.0%), and Real Estate, Rental & Leasing (100.0%), whereas the industries that tend to have a higher number of women are Utilities (88.9%), Health Care & Social Assistance (80.4%), and Educational Services (78.3%).
Employment Industries by Sex in New Castle
IndustryMaleFemale
Agriculture, Fishing & Hunting10 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Mining, Quarrying, & Extraction31 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Construction548 (94.0%)35 (6.0%)
Manufacturing741 (76.1%)233 (23.9%)
Wholesale Trade129 (77.2%)38 (22.8%)
Retail Trade482 (47.8%)527 (52.2%)
Transportation & Warehousing306 (74.3%)106 (25.7%)
Utilities2 (11.1%)16 (88.9%)
Information58 (43.6%)75 (56.4%)
Finance & Insurance90 (30.2%)208 (69.8%)
Real Estate, Rental & Leasing91 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Professional & Scientific149 (63.4%)86 (36.6%)
Enterprise Management0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
Administrative & Support215 (58.0%)156 (42.0%)
Educational Services118 (21.6%)427 (78.3%)
Health Care & Social Assistance330 (19.6%)1,352 (80.4%)
Arts, Entertainment & Recreation18 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Accommodation & Food Services228 (41.6%)320 (58.4%)
Public Administration135 (39.0%)211 (61.0%)
Total3,830 (49.1%)3,967 (50.9%)

Education in New Castle

School Enrollment in New Castle

The most common levels of schooling among the 4,711 students in New Castle are middle school (1,308 | 27.8%), elementary school (1,196 | 25.4%), and high school (923 | 19.6%).
School Enrollment in New Castle
School Level# Students% Students
Nursery / Preschool3266.9%
Kindergarten3297.0%
Elementary School1,19625.4%
Middle School1,30827.8%
High School92319.6%
College / Undergraduate56311.9%
Graduate / Professional661.4%
Total4,711100.0%

School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in New Castle

Out of a total of 4,711 students who are enrolled in schools in New Castle, 382 (8.1%) attend a private institution, while the remaining 4,329 (91.9%) are enrolled in public schools. The age group of 25 to 34 year olds has the highest likelihood of being enrolled in private schools, with 23 (20.2% in the age bracket) enrolled. Conversely, the age group of 5 to 9 year old has the lowest likelihood of being enrolled in a private school, with 1,353 (95.9% in the age bracket) attending a public institution.
School Enrollment by Age by Funding Source in New Castle
Age BracketPublic SchoolPrivate School
3 to 4 Year Olds227 (92.6%)18 (7.3%)
5 to 9 Year Old1,353 (95.9%)58 (4.1%)
10 to 14 Year Olds1,458 (90.4%)154 (9.6%)
15 to 17 Year Olds634 (90.1%)70 (9.9%)
18 to 19 Year Olds158 (85.9%)26 (14.1%)
20 to 24 Year Olds298 (94.6%)17 (5.4%)
25 to 34 Year Olds91 (79.8%)23 (20.2%)
35 Years and over109 (86.5%)17 (13.5%)
Total4,329 (91.9%)382 (8.1%)

Educational Attainment by Field of Study in New Castle

Business (585 | 22.4%), education (497 | 19.0%), science & technology (380 | 14.5%), arts & humanities (242 | 9.3%), and visual & performing arts (200 | 7.6%) are the most common fields of study among 2,613 individuals in New Castle who have obtained a bachelor's degree or higher.
Educational Attainment by Field of Study in New Castle
Field of Study# Graduates% Graduates
Computers & Mathematics662.5%
Bio, Nature & Agricultural421.6%
Physical & Health Sciences341.3%
Psychology1907.3%
Social Sciences1044.0%
Engineering793.0%
Multidisciplinary Studies170.6%
Science & Technology38014.5%
Business58522.4%
Education49719.0%
Literature & Languages441.7%
Liberal Arts & History1033.9%
Visual & Performing Arts2007.6%
Communications301.1%
Arts & Humanities2429.3%
Total2,613100.0%

Transportation & Commute in New Castle

Vehicle Availability by Sex in New Castle

The most prevalent vehicle ownership categories in New Castle are males with 2 vehicles (1,761, accounting for 47.0%) and females with 2 vehicles (1,665, making up 45.5%).
Vehicle Availability by Sex in New Castle
Vehicles AvailableMaleFemale
No Vehicle113 (3.0%)177 (4.6%)
1 Vehicle1,194 (31.9%)1,321 (34.2%)
2 Vehicles1,761 (47.0%)1,665 (43.0%)
3 Vehicles549 (14.6%)561 (14.5%)
4 Vehicles117 (3.1%)111 (2.9%)
5 or more Vehicles14 (0.4%)33 (0.9%)
Total3,748 (100.0%)3,868 (100.0%)

Commute Time in New Castle

The most frequently occuring commute durations in New Castle are 10 to 14 minutes (1,433 commuters, 20.1%), 5 to 9 minutes (1,300 commuters, 18.3%), and 15 to 19 minutes (1,022 commuters, 14.4%).
Commute Time in New Castle
Commute Time# Commuters% Commuters
Less than 5 Minutes5307.4%
5 to 9 Minutes1,30018.3%
10 to 14 Minutes1,43320.1%
15 to 19 Minutes1,02214.4%
20 to 24 Minutes3404.8%
25 to 29 Minutes2643.7%
30 to 34 Minutes80611.3%
35 to 39 Minutes2323.3%
40 to 44 Minutes1281.8%
45 to 59 Minutes6419.0%
60 to 89 Minutes3615.1%
90 or more Minutes570.8%

Commute Time by Sex in New Castle

The most common commute times in New Castle are 10 to 14 minutes (777 commuters, 21.7%) for males and 5 to 9 minutes (773 commuters, 21.9%) for females.
Commute Time by Sex in New Castle
Commute TimeMaleFemale
Less than 5 Minutes219 (6.1%)311 (8.8%)
5 to 9 Minutes527 (14.7%)773 (21.9%)
10 to 14 Minutes777 (21.7%)656 (18.6%)
15 to 19 Minutes415 (11.6%)607 (17.2%)
20 to 24 Minutes172 (4.8%)168 (4.8%)
25 to 29 Minutes163 (4.5%)101 (2.9%)
30 to 34 Minutes529 (14.8%)277 (7.8%)
35 to 39 Minutes152 (4.3%)80 (2.3%)
40 to 44 Minutes72 (2.0%)56 (1.6%)
45 to 59 Minutes277 (7.7%)364 (10.3%)
60 to 89 Minutes260 (7.3%)101 (2.9%)
90 or more Minutes17 (0.5%)40 (1.1%)

Time of Departure to Work by Sex in New Castle

The most frequent times of departure to work in New Castle are 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (530, 14.8%) for males and 7:30 AM to 7:59 AM (688, 19.5%) for females.
Time of Departure to Work by Sex in New Castle
Time of DepartureMaleFemale
12:00 AM to 4:59 AM225 (6.3%)115 (3.3%)
5:00 AM to 5:29 AM167 (4.7%)46 (1.3%)
5:30 AM to 5:59 AM220 (6.1%)66 (1.9%)
6:00 AM to 6:29 AM326 (9.1%)117 (3.3%)
6:30 AM to 6:59 AM510 (14.2%)282 (8.0%)
7:00 AM to 7:29 AM351 (9.8%)471 (13.3%)
7:30 AM to 7:59 AM530 (14.8%)688 (19.5%)
8:00 AM to 8:29 AM251 (7.0%)466 (13.2%)
8:30 AM to 8:59 AM99 (2.8%)181 (5.1%)
9:00 AM to 9:59 AM173 (4.8%)231 (6.5%)
10:00 AM to 10:59 AM59 (1.7%)74 (2.1%)
11:00 AM to 11:59 AM14 (0.4%)64 (1.8%)
12:00 PM to 3:59 PM271 (7.6%)489 (13.8%)
4:00 PM to 11:59 PM384 (10.7%)244 (6.9%)
Total3,580 (100.0%)3,534 (100.0%)

Housing Occupancy in New Castle

Occupancy by Ownership in New Castle

Of the total 9,145 dwellings in New Castle, owner-occupied units account for 4,877 (53.3%), while renter-occupied units make up 4,268 (46.7%).
Occupancy by Ownership in New Castle
Occupancy# Housing Units% Housing Units
Owner Occupied Housing Units4,87753.3%
Renter-Occupied Housing Units4,26846.7%
Total Occupied Housing Units9,145100.0%

Occupancy by Household Size in New Castle

Occupancy by Household Size in New Castle
Household Size# Housing Units% Housing Units
1-Person Household3,57739.1%
2-Person Household2,54627.8%
3-Person Household1,26113.8%
4+ Person Household1,76119.3%
Total Housing Units9,145100.0%

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in New Castle

Occupancy by Ownership by Household Size in New Castle
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1-Person Household1,505 (42.1%)2,072 (57.9%)
2-Person Household1,751 (68.8%)795 (31.2%)
3-Person Household798 (63.3%)463 (36.7%)
4+ Person Household823 (46.7%)938 (53.3%)
Total Housing Units4,877 (53.3%)4,268 (46.7%)

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in New Castle

Occupancy by Educational Attainment in New Castle
Household SizeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than High School464 (49.6%)472 (50.4%)
High School Diploma1,878 (48.5%)1,991 (51.5%)
College/Associate Degree1,360 (50.9%)1,313 (49.1%)
Bachelor's Degree or higher1,175 (70.5%)492 (29.5%)

Occupancy by Age of Householder in New Castle

Occupancy by Age of Householder in New Castle
Age Bracket# Households% Households
Under 35 Years1,92421.0%
35 to 44 Years1,23813.5%
45 to 54 Years1,57217.2%
55 to 64 Years1,91420.9%
65 to 74 Years1,35214.8%
75 to 84 Years8178.9%
85 Years and Over3283.6%
Total9,145100.0%

Housing Finances in New Castle

Median Income by Occupancy in New Castle

Median Income by Occupancy in New Castle
Occupancy Type# HouseholdsMedian Income
Owner-Occupied4,877 (53.3%)$54,130
Renter-Occupied4,268 (46.7%)$23,333
Average9,145 (100.0%)$39,948

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in New Castle

Occupancy by Householder Income Bracket in New Castle
Income BracketOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $5,00093 (1.9%)221 (5.2%)
$5,000 to $9,999143 (2.9%)224 (5.2%)
$10,000 to $14,999178 (3.6%)893 (20.9%)
$15,000 to $19,999200 (4.1%)434 (10.2%)
$20,000 to $24,999220 (4.5%)538 (12.6%)
$25,000 to $34,999561 (11.5%)405 (9.5%)
$35,000 to $49,999842 (17.3%)549 (12.9%)
$50,000 to $74,9991,095 (22.5%)567 (13.3%)
$75,000 to $99,999753 (15.4%)315 (7.4%)
$100,000 to $149,999567 (11.6%)105 (2.5%)
$150,000 or more225 (4.6%)17 (0.4%)
Total4,877 (100.0%)4,268 (100.0%)

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in New Castle

Monthly Housing Cost Tiers in New Castle
Monthly CostOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Less than $300416 (8.5%)609 (14.3%)
$300 to $499865 (17.7%)432 (10.1%)
$500 to $7991,365 (28.0%)1,232 (28.9%)
$800 to $999740 (15.2%)633 (14.8%)
$1,000 to $1,4991,187 (24.3%)965 (22.6%)
$1,500 to $1,999226 (4.6%)13 (0.3%)
$2,000 to $2,49945 (0.9%)70 (1.6%)
$2,500 to $2,99920 (0.4%)0 (0.0%)
$3,000 or more13 (0.3%)56 (1.3%)
Total4,877 (100.0%)4,268 (100.0%)

Physical Housing Characteristics in New Castle

Housing Structures in New Castle

Housing Structures in New Castle
Structure Type# Housing Units% Housing Units
Single Unit, Detached6,60572.2%
Single Unit, Attached3033.3%
2 Unit Apartments3003.3%
3 or 4 Unit Apartments3874.2%
5 to 9 Unit Apartments5105.6%
10 or more Apartments96110.5%
Mobile Home / Other790.9%
Total9,145100.0%

Housing Structures by Occupancy in New Castle

Housing Structures by Occupancy in New Castle
Structure TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Single Unit, Detached4,731 (71.6%)1,874 (28.4%)
Single Unit, Attached42 (13.9%)261 (86.1%)
2 Unit Apartments55 (18.3%)245 (81.7%)
3 or 4 Unit Apartments9 (2.3%)378 (97.7%)
5 to 9 Unit Apartments10 (2.0%)500 (98.0%)
10 or more Apartments0 (0.0%)961 (100.0%)
Mobile Home / Other30 (38.0%)49 (62.0%)
Total4,877 (53.3%)4,268 (46.7%)

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in New Castle

Housing Structures by Number of Rooms in New Castle
Number of RoomsOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
1 Room0 (0.0%)254 (5.9%)
2 or 3 Rooms33 (0.7%)1,106 (25.9%)
4 or 5 Rooms965 (19.8%)1,377 (32.3%)
6 or 7 Rooms2,514 (51.5%)1,192 (27.9%)
8 or more Rooms1,365 (28.0%)339 (7.9%)
Total4,877 (100.0%)4,268 (100.0%)

Housing Structure by Heating Type in New Castle

Housing Structure by Heating Type in New Castle
Heating TypeOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
Utility Gas4,559 (93.5%)2,777 (65.1%)
Bottled, Tank, or LP Gas10 (0.2%)61 (1.4%)
Electricity204 (4.2%)1,256 (29.4%)
Fuel Oil or Kerosene86 (1.8%)78 (1.8%)
Coal or Coke4 (0.1%)0 (0.0%)
All other Fuels14 (0.3%)73 (1.7%)
No Fuel Used0 (0.0%)23 (0.5%)
Total4,877 (100.0%)4,268 (100.0%)

Household Vehicle Usage in New Castle

Household Vehicle Usage in New Castle
Vehicles per HouseholdOwner-occupiedRenter-occupied
No Vehicle239 (4.9%)1,141 (26.7%)
1 Vehicle1,762 (36.1%)2,256 (52.9%)
2 Vehicles2,097 (43.0%)744 (17.4%)
3 or more Vehicles779 (16.0%)127 (3.0%)
Total4,877 (100.0%)4,268 (100.0%)

Real Estate & Mortgages in New Castle

Real Estate and Mortgage Overview in New Castle

CharacteristicWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Housing Units2,3342,543
Median Property Value$59,000$80,300
Median Household Income$41,641$167
Monthly Housing Costs$477$13
Real Estate Taxes$1,290$19

Property Value by Mortgage Status in New Castle

Property Value by Mortgage Status in New Castle
Property ValueWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $50,000860 (36.8%)495 (19.5%)
$50,000 to $99,9991,030 (44.1%)1,272 (50.0%)
$100,000 to $299,999400 (17.1%)760 (29.9%)
$300,000 to $499,99939 (1.7%)10 (0.4%)
$500,000 to $749,9995 (0.2%)0 (0.0%)
$750,000 to $999,9990 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
$1,000,000 or more0 (0.0%)6 (0.2%)
Total2,334 (100.0%)2,543 (100.0%)

Household Income by Mortgage Status in New Castle

Household Income by Mortgage Status in New Castle
Household IncomeWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $10,000139 (6.0%)173 (6.8%)
$10,000 to $24,999467 (20.0%)97 (3.8%)
$25,000 to $34,999350 (15.0%)131 (5.1%)
$35,000 to $49,999403 (17.3%)211 (8.3%)
$50,000 to $74,999349 (14.9%)439 (17.3%)
$75,000 to $99,999305 (13.1%)746 (29.3%)
$100,000 to $149,999263 (11.3%)448 (17.6%)
$150,000 or more58 (2.5%)304 (11.9%)
Total2,334 (100.0%)2,543 (100.0%)

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in New Castle

Property Value to Household Income Ratio in New Castle
Value-to-Income RatioWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than 2.0x1,596 (68.4%)60,186 (2,366.7%)
2.0x to 2.9x222 (9.5%)1,901 (74.8%)
3.0x to 3.9x182 (7.8%)213 (8.4%)
4.0x or more320 (13.7%)231 (9.1%)
Total2,334 (100.0%)2,543 (100.0%)

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in New Castle

Real Estate Taxes by Mortgage Status in New Castle
Property TaxesWithout MortgageWith Mortgage
Less than $800698 (29.9%)0 (0.0%)
$800 to $1,499675 (28.9%)354 (13.9%)
$800 to $1,499925 (39.6%)617 (24.3%)
Total2,334 (100.0%)2,543 (100.0%)

Health & Disability in New Castle

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in New Castle

Health Insurance Coverage by Age in New Castle
Age BracketWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under 6 Years1,658 (97.4%)44 (2.6%)
6 to 18 Years3,733 (97.9%)82 (2.1%)
19 to 25 Years1,531 (92.6%)123 (7.4%)
26 to 34 Years2,387 (86.3%)378 (13.7%)
35 to 44 Years1,997 (86.3%)318 (13.7%)
45 to 54 Years2,198 (87.4%)318 (12.6%)
55 to 64 Years2,683 (93.7%)181 (6.3%)
65 to 74 Years2,111 (99.6%)8 (0.4%)
75 Years and older1,539 (100.0%)0 (0.0%)
Total19,837 (93.2%)1,452 (6.8%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in New Castle

Health Insurance Coverage by Citizenship Status in New Castle
Citizenship StatusWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Native Born1,658 (97.4%)44 (2.6%)
Foreign Born, Citizen3,733 (97.9%)82 (2.1%)
Foreign Born, not a Citizen1,531 (92.6%)123 (7.4%)

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in New Castle

Health Insurance Coverage by Household Income in New Castle
Household IncomeWith CoverageWithout Coverage
Under $25,0004,422 (93.8%)295 (6.2%)
$25,000 to $49,9995,636 (94.8%)308 (5.2%)
$50,000 to $74,9994,349 (92.5%)354 (7.5%)
$75,000 to $99,9992,534 (90.1%)277 (9.9%)
$100,000 and over2,678 (92.6%)213 (7.4%)

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in New Castle

Public vs Private Health Insurance Coverage by Age in New Castle
Age BracketPublic InsurancePrivate Insurance
Under 61,380 (81.1%)407 (23.9%)
6 to 18 Years3,016 (79.1%)1,041 (27.3%)
19 to 25 Years1,036 (62.6%)573 (34.6%)
25 to 34 Years1,463 (52.9%)1,004 (36.3%)
35 to 44 Years1,137 (49.1%)958 (41.4%)
45 to 54 Years1,064 (42.3%)1,299 (51.6%)
55 to 64 Years1,296 (45.3%)1,605 (56.0%)
65 to 74 Years2,052 (96.8%)1,038 (49.0%)
75 Years and over1,531 (99.5%)673 (43.7%)
Total13,975 (65.6%)8,598 (40.4%)

Disability Status by Sex by Age in New Castle

Disability Status by Sex by Age in New Castle
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years73 (11.3%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years374 (19.8%)149 (7.6%)
18 to 34 Years387 (16.9%)264 (11.0%)
35 to 64 Years1,031 (28.9%)1,293 (31.4%)
65 to 74 Years364 (38.8%)436 (36.9%)
75 Years and over264 (55.8%)595 (55.8%)

Disability Class by Sex by Age in New Castle

Disability Class: Hearing Difficulty

Disability in New Castle: <span>Hearing Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years0 (0.0%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years0 (0.0%)21 (1.1%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)18 (0.7%)
35 to 64 Years251 (7.0%)89 (2.2%)
65 to 74 Years79 (8.4%)94 (8.0%)
75 Years and over163 (34.5%)262 (24.6%)

Disability Class: Vision Difficulty

Disability in New Castle: <span>Vision Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
Under 5 Years73 (11.3%)0 (0.0%)
5 to 17 Years13 (0.7%)43 (2.2%)
18 to 34 Years0 (0.0%)23 (1.0%)
35 to 64 Years169 (4.7%)322 (7.8%)
65 to 74 Years44 (4.7%)31 (2.6%)
75 Years and over121 (25.6%)216 (20.3%)

Disability Class: Cognitive Difficulty

Disability in New Castle: <span>Cognitive Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years374 (19.8%)128 (6.5%)
18 to 34 Years302 (13.2%)182 (7.6%)
35 to 64 Years391 (11.0%)666 (16.2%)
65 to 74 Years79 (8.4%)102 (8.6%)
75 Years and over27 (5.7%)202 (19.0%)

Disability Class: Ambulatory Difficulty

Disability in New Castle: <span>Ambulatory Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years6 (0.3%)54 (2.8%)
18 to 34 Years109 (4.8%)23 (1.0%)
35 to 64 Years658 (18.4%)818 (19.8%)
65 to 74 Years258 (27.5%)320 (27.1%)
75 Years and over157 (33.2%)463 (43.4%)

Disability Class: Self-Care Difficulty

Disability in New Castle: <span>Self-Care Difficulty</span>
Age BracketMaleFemale
5 to 17 Years94 (5.0%)51 (2.6%)
18 to 34 Years95 (4.1%)2 (0.1%)
35 to 64 Years296 (8.3%)288 (7.0%)
65 to 74 Years81 (8.6%)64 (5.4%)
75 Years and over88 (18.6%)210 (19.7%)

Technology Access in New Castle

Computing Device Access in New Castle

Computing Device Access in New Castle
Device Type# Households% Households
Desktop or Laptop5,74262.8%
Smartphone7,14178.1%
Tablet4,71151.5%
No Computing Device1,08511.9%
Total9,145100.0%

Internet Access in New Castle

Internet Access in New Castle
Internet Type# Households% Households
Dial-Up Internet120.1%
Broadband Home6,00365.6%
Cellular Data Only1,18212.9%
Satellite Internet4474.9%
No Internet1,67018.3%
Total9,145100.0%

New Castle Summary

New Castle, Pennsylvania is a city located in Lawrence County, Pennsylvania, United States. It is the county seat of Lawrence County and is located along the Shenango River. The city is part of the Youngstown-Warren-Boardman, OH-PA Metropolitan Statistical Area. As of the 2010 census, the city had a total population of 23,273, making it the largest city in Lawrence County.

History

New Castle was founded in 1802 by James Heaton, a settler from New Jersey. The city was named after New Castle, Delaware, which was the nearest large city at the time. The city was incorporated as a borough in 1825 and as a city in 1871.
In the late 19th century, New Castle was a major center of the steel industry. The city was home to several steel mills, including the Shenango Valley Steel Company, which was founded in 1892. The city was also home to several other industries, including glass and pottery factories.

Geography

New Castle is located at 41°00'N 80°22'W (41.00, -80.36). According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 8.2 square miles (21.2 km2), of which 8.1 square miles (21.0 km2) is land and 0.1 square miles (0.2 km2) is water.

Economy

New Castle’s economy is largely based on manufacturing and services. The city is home to several manufacturing companies, including the Shenango Valley Steel Company, which produces steel products. The city is also home to several service-based businesses, including healthcare, education, and retail.

Demographics

As of the 2010 census, there were 23,273 people, 9,945 households, and 6,072 families residing in the city. The population density was 2,867.3 people per square mile (1,106.2/km2). There were 10,945 housing units at an average density of 1,346.3 per square mile (519.3/km2). The racial makeup of the city was 87.2% White, 8.7% African American, 0.2% Native American, 0.7% Asian, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 1.2% from other races, and 2.0% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 3.2% of the population.
There were 9,945 households, out of which 28.2% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 39.2% were married couples living together, 17.7% had a female householder with no husband present, and 37.7% were non-families. 32.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 14.3% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 2.33 and the average family size was 2.94.
In the city, the population was spread out, with 24.2% under the age of 18, 8.2% from 18 to 24, 27.2% from 25 to 44, 22.3% from 45 to 64, and 18.1% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 38 years. For every 100 females, there were 90.2 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 86.3 males.
The median income for a household in the city was $27,817, and the median income for a family was $34,945. Males had a median income of $30,845 versus $21,945 for females. The per capita income for the city was $15,945. About 14.3% of families and 17.7% of the population were below the poverty line, including 25.2% of those under age 18 and 10.2% of those age 65 or over.

Common Questions

What is the Total Population of New Castle?
Total Population of New Castle is 21,863.
What is the Total Male Population of New Castle?
Total Male Population of New Castle is 10,086.
What is the Total Female Population of New Castle?
Total Female Population of New Castle is 11,777.
What is the Ratio of Males per 100 Females in New Castle?
There are 85.64 Males per 100 Females in New Castle.
What is the Ratio of Females per 100 Males in New Castle?
There are 116.77 Females per 100 Males in New Castle.
What is the Median Population Age in New Castle?
Median Population Age in New Castle is 38.1 Years.
What is the Average Family Size in New Castle
Average Family Size in New Castle is 3.1 People.
What is the Average Household Size in New Castle
Average Household Size in New Castle is 2.3 People.
What is Per Capita Income in New Castle?
Per Capita income in New Castle is $22,196.
What is the Median Family Income in New Castle?
Median Family Income in New Castle is $51,250.
What is the Median Household income in New Castle?
Median Household Income in New Castle is $39,948.
What is Income or Wage Gap in New Castle?
Income or Wage Gap in New Castle is 25.5%.
Women in New Castle earn 74.5 cents for every dollar earned by a man.
What is Family Income Deficit in New Castle?
Family Income Deficit in New Castle is $9,462.
Families that are below poverty line in New Castle earn $9,462 less on average than the poverty threshold level.
What is Inequality or Gini Index in New Castle?
Inequality or Gini Index in New Castle is 0.43.
How Large is the Labor Force in New Castle?
There are 9,252 People in the Labor Forcein in New Castle.
What is the Percentage of People in the Labor Force in New Castle?
54.1% of People are in the Labor Force in New Castle.
What is the Unemployment Rate in New Castle?
Unemployment Rate in New Castle is 15.6%.