New Castle, PA — City Data, Demographics & Statistics
Lawrence County · Pennsylvania
City DNA
A unique fingerprint for New Castle based on 8 key metrics — compared to averages.
Quick Stats
Population
21,727
2023 ACS
Median Income
$41,478
2023
Median Home Value
$72,000
2023
Median Rent
$698
2023
Median Age
37.7
Unemployment
13.8%
Cost of Living Index
72.6
100 = national avg
New Castle is a city in Lawrence County, Pennsylvania, with a population of 21,727 according to the 2023 American Community Survey. New Castle is one of the communities in Pennsylvania.
The median household income in New Castle is $41,478, and the median home value is $72,000. The cost of living index is 72.6 (where 100 = national average), and the median rent is $698 per month. The unemployment rate is 13.8%, and the median age is 37.7 years.
People & Demographics
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Population
Total Population
21,727
Male
10,022
46.1%
Female
11,705
53.9%
Median Age
37.7
Education & Household
Bachelor's or Higher
10.5%
High School or Higher
44.1%
Foreign Born
1.9%
Veterans
5.7%
Married
27.4%
Avg Household Size
2.3
Marital Status by Age
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
0.383
Simpson's Index (0-1)
Largest Group
White
77.0%
Foreign Born
1.9%
Hispanic/Latino Ethnicity
Hispanic/Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. People of any race can identify as Hispanic. This percentage overlaps with the racial categories above.
Hispanic/Latino
4.9%
1,071 people
Not Hispanic/Latino
95.1%
Hispanic/Latino Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)American Indian & Alaska Native Detail
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Languages Spoken
Total Speakers (5+)
20,332
English Only
95.0%
#1 Non-English Language
Spanish
626 speakers
Limited English
1.8%
Language Distribution
English Proficiency
Speaks English Very Well
98.2%
Limited English Proficiency
1.8%
Veterans & Military
Total Veterans
1,237
5.7% of population
Disability Rate
18.4%
228 with disability
Veteran Median Income
$38,424
Unemployment Rate
11.1%
Period of Service
Veteran Age Distribution
Male Veterans
1,105
89.3%
Female Veterans
132
10.7%
Veteran vs Non-Veteran Income
Veteran Income
$38,424
Non-Veteran Income
$24,143
Difference
$14,281
59.2% higher
Disability Status
With Disability
228
Without Disability
1,009
Disability Rate
18.4%
Ancestry & Heritage
Total Reporting Ancestry
19,424
#1 Ancestry
Italian
25.2% (5,469)
#2 Ancestry
German
18.8% (4,088)
#3 Ancestry
Irish
15.9% (3,461)
Top 20 Ancestries
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Families & Households
Total Households
9,344
Family Households
4,913
52.6%
Married Couples
2,620
28.0%
Non-Family Households
4,431
47.4%
Single Mother Households
1,814
19.4%
Single Father Households
479
5.1%
Living Alone
3,936
42.1%
Children Under 18
Total Children
4,629
In Married Couple
1,867
40.3%
With Single Mother
2,081
45.0%
With Single Father
681
14.7%
Family Income
Median Family Income
$53,868
Married Couple Income
$65,814
Single Mother Income
$31,588
Single Father Income
$60,182
Avg Family Size
2.3
Avg Non-Family Size
2.1
Grandparents w/ Grandchildren
311
Grandparents Responsible
170
Economy
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)Income Overview
Median Household Income
$41,478
-43% vs national
Per Capita Income
$23,135
-38% vs national
Poverty Rate
26.1%
+92% vs national
Gini Index
0.4342
0 = perfect equality
Unemployment
13.8%
+166% vs national
SNAP Recipients
40.6%
of households
How New Castle Compares
New Castle vs Similar Cities
Compared to cities with 10,000 - 25,000 residents. New Castle is highlighted.
Median Household Income
New Castle, PA has a median household income of $41,478, making it the 24,753rd highest median household income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that New Castle has a higher median household income than 12% of all the cities we measured.
Per Capita Income
New Castle, PA has a per capita income of $23,135, making it the 23,942nd highest per capita income out of 28,123 cities in our database. This means that New Castle has a higher per capita income than 15% of all the cities we measured.
Poverty Rate
New Castle, PA has a poverty rate of 26.1%, making it the 4,262nd highest poverty rate out of 31,262 cities in our database. This means that New Castle has a higher poverty rate than 86% of all the cities we measured.
Unemployment Rate
New Castle, PA has a unemployment rate of 13.8%, making it the 2,184th highest unemployment rate out of 31,012 cities in our database. This means that New Castle has a higher unemployment rate than 93% of all the cities we measured.
Where Do You Stack Up?
Enter your household income to see how you compare to other households in New Castle. The median household income here is $41,478.
Income Distribution
Employment Snapshot
Unemployment Rate
13.8%
+171% vs PA avg
Labor Force
9,031
Employed
7,781
Mean Commute
20 min
How People Get to Work
Employment by Sector
Education & Workforce
Bachelor's Degree+
10.5%
of adults 25+
High School Diploma+
44.1%
of adults 25+
Median Age
37.7
Work from Home
9.3%
of workers
Top Occupations & Wages
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS (2024)
Data represents the Pittsburgh, PA metro area
Highest-Paying Job
General and Operations Managers
Top Median Wage
$100.3K
per year
Occupations Tracked
20
Cost of Living
Overall Index
72.6
100 = national avg
-27.4 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$31,948
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$75,514
per year
Cost Index by Category
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD
1 Bedroom
$780
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,023
per month
The median household income in New Castle, PA is $41,478, which is 43.4% below the national average of $73,224. Per capita income is $23,135. The poverty rate of 26.1% is higher than the PA state average of 11.3%. The Gini index of income inequality is 0.4342, where 0 represents perfect equality and 1 represents maximum inequality. The unemployment rate is 13.8%, compared to the state average of 5.1%. The labor force is 9,031. 10.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The average commute time is 20 minutes, with 9.3% working from home. About 75.4% of workers drive alone to work. The overall cost of living index is 72.6, which is 27.4% below the national average. Housing costs are below the national average at an index of 64.0. A single adult needs to earn approximately $31,948 per year to cover basic expenses.
Housing & Real Estate
Market SnapshotRedfin — January 2026
Median Sale Price
$98,750
Median List Price
$106,450
Price Per Sq Ft
$64
Days on Market
96
Active Inventory
120
Months of Supply
7.5
Buyer's market
Zillow Home Value
$138,367
ZHVI — January 2026
Zillow Rent Index
$1,014
ZORI — January 2026
Market CompetitivenessRedfin
Sold Above List
18.8%
Off Market in 2 Weeks
16.7%
Sale-to-List Ratio
90.8%
Buyer's market
Price TrendsRedfin
Market ActivityRedfin
Homes Sold
16
New Listings
20
Pending Sales
24
Price Per Square FootRedfin
Median Sale $/SF
$64
Median List $/SF
$66
House Price IndexFHFA
How much have housing prices increased in New Castle, PA? According to the Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) House Price Index for the Pittsburgh, PA metro area, home prices have risen 401.5% over the past 40 years. Over 20 years, prices grew 113.9%. The 10-year growth rate is 78.9%. Over the last 5 years, prices increased 42.4%. In the most recent 2-year period, the index rose 11.3%. The FHFA HPI tracks average price changes in repeat sales or refinancings of single-family properties with conforming mortgages. Because this is a metro-level index, it reflects the broader Pittsburgh, PA housing market rather than New Castle alone.
Metro area: Pittsburgh, PA
New Castle vs Similar CitiesCensus ACS / Redfin
Compared to cities with 10,000 - 25,000 residents. New Castle is highlighted.
Median Home Value
New Castle, PA has a median home value of $72,000, making it the 25,789th highest median home value out of 27,993 cities in our database. This means that New Castle has a higher median home value than 8% of all the cities we measured.
Median Rent
New Castle, PA has a median rent of $698, making it the 18,698th highest median rent out of 22,337 cities in our database. This means that New Castle has a higher median rent than 16% of all the cities we measured.
Median Price Per Sq Ft
New Castle, PA has a price per square foot of $64, making it the 19,230th highest price per square foot out of 20,748 cities in our database. This means that New Castle has a higher price per square foot than 7% of all the cities we measured.
Rent Burden
New Castle, PA has a rent burden of 20.2%, making it the 8,536th highest rent burden out of 21,928 cities in our database. This means that New Castle has a higher rent burden than 61% of all the cities we measured.
Census Housing DataU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Home Value
$72,000
Median Rent
$698
Total Housing Units
10,745
Vacancy Rate
13.0%
Owner Occupied
54.7%
Renter Occupied
45.3%
Median Property Tax
$1,541
per year
Monthly Cost (w/ Mortgage)
$767
Housing Types
Property TaxU.S. Census Bureau ACS 2023
Median Property Tax
$1,541
per year
Effective Tax Rate
2.14%
of home value
Median Home Value
$72,000
Estimated Mean Tax
$1,742
The effective property tax rate is calculated by dividing the median annual property tax ($1,541) by the median home value ($72,000). In New Castle, PA, this works out to an effective rate of 2.14%. This is above the national average of approximately 1.1%.
The current median sale price in New Castle, PA is $98,750 according to Redfin data. Homes spend a median of 96 days on the market. 18.8% of homes sold above asking price. The market has 7.5 months of supply. The median price per square foot is $64. Zillow's observed rent index is $1,014/month. About 54.7% of housing units are owner-occupied. The median year homes were built is 1944. There are 10,745 total housing units. Homeowners pay a median annual property tax of $1,541. The effective tax rate is 2.14%, above the national average.
Crime Overview
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)Violent Crime Rate
0.85
per 1,000 residents
-67% vs national
Property Crime Rate
10.35
per 1,000 residents
-40% vs national
Total Crimes
238
2024
Violent Clearance
72%
cases solved
Property Clearance
36%
cases solved
YoY Change
-78.2%
violent crime rate
improving vs 2022
How New Castle Compares
Source: FBI (2024)New Castle vs Similar Cities
Source: FBI (2024)Compared to cities with 10,000 - 25,000 residents. New Castle is highlighted in green.
Violent Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Property Crime Rate (per 1,000)
Murder Rate (per 1,000)
Crime Rate Trends
Source: FBICrime Composition
Source: FBI (2024)Violent Crime Breakdown
Property Crime Breakdown
Crime Clearance (Solve) Rates
Source: FBI (2024)New Castle police solve 100% of murder cases but only 30% of motor vehicle theft cases.
Weapon Used in Violent Crime
Source: FBI (2024)Crime Breakdown
Source: FBI Crime Data Explorer (2024)| Crime Type | Category | Count | Rate per 1K | Clearance % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Murder | Violent | 2 | 0.09 | 100.0% |
| Rape | Violent | 0 | 0.00 | N/A |
| Robbery | Violent | 0 | 0.00 | N/A |
| Aggravated Assault | Violent | 16 | 0.75 | 62.5% |
| Burglary | Property | 45 | 2.12 | 40.0% |
| Larceny/Theft | Property | 152 | 7.15 | 36.2% |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | Property | 23 | 1.08 | 30.4% |
New Castle, PA reported 18 violent crimes and 220 property crimes in 2024. The violent crime rate of 0.85 per 1,000 residents is 67.4% below the national average of 2.60 per 1,000. Law enforcement cleared 72% of violent crimes. Larceny/theft accounts for 152 of the property crime reports. Firearms were involved in 12.5% of aggravated assaults. Violent crime has been trending downward.
Crime History
Source: FBI| Year | Violent | Property | Violent Rate | Property Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 18 | 220 | 0.85 | 10.35 |
| 2022 | 84 | 531 | 3.89 | 24.57 |
| 2020 | 74 | 415 | 3.45 | 19.35 |
| 2019 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0.00 |
| 2018 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0.00 |
| 2017 | 0 | 0 | 0.00 | 0.00 |
| 2016 | 0 | 2 | 0.00 | 5.13 |
| 2015 | 0 | 7 | 0.00 | 17.72 |
Natural Hazard Risk
Source: FEMA National Risk IndexRisk Score
66.1
Relatively Low
Expected Annual Loss
67.1
Score (0-100)
Social Vulnerability
44.8
Score (0-100)
Community Resilience
72.1
Score (0-100)
Scores range from 0 (lowest risk) to 100 (highest risk) relative to all U.S. communities. Data from FEMA National Risk Index.
Disaster History & Federal Spending
Source: FEMATotal Declarations
12
Public Assistance
$1.1M
Individual Assistance
$4.0M
Most Common Type
Severe Storm
3 declarations
Public Assistance by Category
| Disaster | Type | Date | PA $ | IA $ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Covid-19 Pandemic → | Biological | Mar 2020 | $214K | $1.5M |
| Covid-19 → | Biological | Mar 2020 | — | — |
| Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Oct 2013 | — | — |
| Hurricane Sandy → | Hurricane | Oct 2012 | — | — |
| Hurricane Katrina → | Hurricane | Sep 2005 | — | — |
| Tropical Depression Ivan → | Hurricane | Sep 2004 | $239K | $1.5M |
| Severe Storms and Flooding Associated Wi… → | Severe Storm | Sep 2004 | — | $504K |
| Severe Storms, Tornadoes, and Flooding → | Severe Storm | Aug 2003 | $672K | $492K |
| Severe Storms and Flooding → | Flood | Jan 1996 | — | — |
| Severe Snowfall & Winter Storm → | Snowstorm | Mar 1993 | — | — |
| Snowstorms → | Snowstorm | Jan 1977 | — | — |
| Tropical Storm Agnes → | Flood | Jun 1972 | — | — |
| Remnants of Hurricane Ida → | Unknown | — | — | $3K |
PA = FEMA Public Assistance (infrastructure recovery). IA = Individual Assistance (homeowner/renter aid).
Flood Insurance (NFIP)
Source: FEMA NFIPTotal Claims
207
Total Claims Paid
$1,963,955
Avg Claim Payout
$9,488
County-level NFIP data from FEMA National Flood Insurance Program.
Hazard Mitigation
Source: FEMA Hazard Mitigation AssistanceMitigation Projects
1
Federal Funding
$31,518
Avg Benefit-Cost Ratio
0.00
BCR
Top Mitigation Project Types
| Project Type | Projects | Federal $ |
|---|---|---|
| 91.1: Local Multihazard Mitigation Plan | 1 | $31,518 |
Federally funded projects to reduce future disaster risk. Only includes completed or obligated projects.
New Castle has a relatively low overall natural hazard risk rating according to FEMA's National Risk Index. The top hazard risks are lightning, landslide, winter weather. The area has had 12 federal disaster declarations. The most common disaster type is severe storm (3 declarations). 207 flood insurance claims have been filed in the area. FEMA has obligated $1,124,615 in public assistance recovery funding. $4,044,182 has been distributed in individual assistance to disaster-affected residents. 1 hazard mitigation projects have been funded to reduce future risk.
Health
Community Health
Source: CDC PLACES
Obesity Rate
—
Depression Rate
—
Diabetes Rate
—
Uninsured Rate
—
Health Scorecard
Higher scores indicate better health outcomes relative to the national average (50 = average)
Health Risk Behaviors
Prevention & Screening
Green bars indicate rates above the national average (more preventive care); red indicates below.
New Castle has an obesity rate of —, which is .
Nearby Hospitals
Source: CMS Hospital Compare
Nearest Hospitals
5
With Emergency Services
2
Avg CMS Rating
3.0 / 5
Nearest Hospital
4.1 mi
Upmc Jameson
| Hospital | Distance | Type | Rating | ER |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Upmc Jameson | 4.1 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 3/5 | Yes |
| Surgical Hospital At Southwoods | 16.9 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 4/5 | — |
| Belmont Pines Hospital | 16.9 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
| Generations Behavioral Health-Youngstown Llc | 18.4 mi | Psychiatric | — | — |
| Sharon Regional Medical Center | 18.4 mi | Acute Care Hospitals | 2/5 | Yes |
Climate & Environment
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
13
Pop. Served
162,213
Violations (5yr)
4
| System Name | Pop. Served | Violations (5yr) |
|---|---|---|
| PA AMERICAN WATER CO BUTLER | 43,286 | 0 |
| PA AMER WATER CO NEW CASTLE | 43,279 | 0 |
| PA AMERICAN WATER CO-INDIANA D | 22,360 | 0 |
| PA AMER WATER CO ELLWOOD CTY | 17,200 | 0 |
| PA AMERICAN WATER CO CLARION | 16,600 | 0 |
| PA AMERICAN WATER PUNXSY | 8,800 | 0 |
| PA AMERICAN WATER CO KANE | 5,725 | 0 |
| PA AMERICAN WATER KITTANNING | 4,617 | 1 |
| CEDAR ACRES MOBILE HOME PARK | 95 | 2 |
| EASTBROOK APARTMENTS | 75 | 0 |
| WOODMERE ESTATES | 61 | 1 |
| COUNTRY ROADS MHP | 60 | 0 |
| MAJORS MOBILEHOME PARK | 55 | 0 |
Greenhouse Gas Emitters
Source: EPA GHGRP (2023)Facilities Reporting
3
Total CO₂e
2.5M MT
Top Emitter
Hickory Run Energy Station
2.4M MT CO₂e
Total CO₂e vs Similar Cities (10,000 - 25,000)
| Facility | Sector | CO₂e (MT) |
|---|---|---|
Hickory Run Energy Station Hickory Run Energy Llc | Power Plants | 2,419,495 |
ELLWOOD QUALITY STEELS Ellwood Group Inc | Metals | 48,318 |
ELLWOOD MILL PRODUCTS Ellwood Group Inc | Other | 39,678 |
Data from EPA Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program (GHGRP). Includes facilities emitting 25,000+ metric tons CO₂e/year.
There are 13 water systems serving the area. 4 water quality violations have been reported in the past 5 years. 3 industrial facilities report greenhouse gas emissions totaling 2.5M metric tons of CO₂e.
Infrastructure
Commute Overview2023 ACS
Mean Commute
20 min
-17% vs national
Drive Alone
75.4%
-4% vs national
Public Transit
1.6%
+83% vs national
Work From Home
9.3%
-0% vs national
Carpool
11.3%
Walk / Bike
2.1%
combined
How New Castle's Commute ComparesCensus ACS 2023
How People Get to WorkCensus ACS 2023
Commute Mode BreakdownCensus ACS 2023
Traffic Fatalities
Source: NHTSA FARS (2022)Fatalities
1
2022
2-Year Avg
3
fatalities/yr
Nighttime
1
dark conditions
| Year | Crashes | Fatalities | Alcohol | Pedestrian | Cyclist |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 | 4 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Data from NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS). Includes only crashes involving at least one fatality.
The average commute in New Castle, PA is 20 minutes, which is 16.7% below the national average of 23 minutes. 75.4% of workers drive alone, compared to the national average of 78.7%. 9.3% work from home, which is above the PA state average of 8.9%. Public transit is used by 1.6% of commuters, compared to the national average of 0.9%. 11.3% of workers carpool. 1.9% walk to work. In 2022, there were 1 traffic fatality from 1 fatal crash.
Internet & Broadband Access
Source: Census ACSBroadband Access
80.8%
of households
Cable / Fiber / DSL
67.7%
of households
No Internet
16.5%
of households
Total Households
9,344
Internet Subscription Types
Device Ownership
Source: Census ACSHas Computer
88.2%
of households
Smartphone
80.2%
of households
Desktop / Laptop
60.8%
of households
Tablet
51.9%
of households
Percentage of households with each device type. Data from the U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023 5-year estimates, tables B28001 & B28002).
Electricity Rates
Source: U.S. Energy Information Administration (2024)Residential Rate
17.8¢
per kWh
-7% vs 10,000 - 25,000 avg
Commercial Rate
11.0¢
per kWh
-29% vs 10,000 - 25,000 avg
Industrial Rate
7.9¢
per kWh
-34% vs 10,000 - 25,000 avg
Avg Monthly Bill
$145
residential
-1% vs 10,000 - 25,000 avg
4% above the national average of 17.1¢/kWh
Residential electricity in Pennsylvania averages 17.8¢ per kWh, compared to the national average of 17.1¢. The average monthly electric bill is $145. State-level averages from EIA Electric Sales & Revenue data (2024).
New Castle vs Similar Cities
Source: EIA (2024)Comparing electricity rates with randomly selected cities of similar population (10,000 - 25,000). Each city represents its state's average rate.
Residential Rate (¢/kWh)
Commercial Rate (¢/kWh)
Industrial Rate (¢/kWh)
Average Monthly Bill
Water Systems
Source: EPA SDWISWater Systems
13
Population Served
162,213
Violations (5yr)
4
| System Name | Type | Source | Pop. Served | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PA AMERICAN WATER CO BUTLER | Community | Surface water | 43,286 | 0 |
| PA AMER WATER CO NEW CASTLE | Community | Surface water | 43,279 | 0 |
| PA AMERICAN WATER CO-INDIANA D | Community | Surface water | 22,360 | 0 |
| PA AMER WATER CO ELLWOOD CTY | Community | Surface water | 17,200 | 0 |
| PA AMERICAN WATER CO CLARION | Community | Surface water | 16,600 | 0 |
| PA AMERICAN WATER PUNXSY | Community | Surface water | 8,800 | 0 |
| PA AMERICAN WATER CO KANE | Community | Surface water | 5,725 | 0 |
| PA AMERICAN WATER KITTANNING | Community | Surface water | 4,617 | 1 |
| CEDAR ACRES MOBILE HOME PARK | Community | Ground water | 95 | 2 |
| EASTBROOK APARTMENTS | Community | Ground water | 75 | 0 |
| WOODMERE ESTATES | Community | Ground water | 61 | 1 |
| COUNTRY ROADS MHP | Community | Ground water | 60 | 0 |
| MAJORS MOBILEHOME PARK | Community | Ground water | 55 | 0 |
80.8% of households in New Castle have broadband internet access. 67.7% have cable, fiber, or DSL service. 10.6% rely solely on cellular data without a wired connection. 16.5% of households have no internet access. 17.1% use only a smartphone without a desktop or laptop. The area is served by 13 water systems, providing water to 162,213 people. A total of 4 water quality violations have been recorded over the past 5 years.
Politics & Government
County-level data: Election results are reported at the county level. New Castle is located in Lawrence County, PA. Results reflect all voters in the county, not just those in New Castle.
Election Overview
Source: Lawrence County (2024)2024 Winner
Republican
Dem Votes
15,440
32.8%
GOP Votes
31,347
66.5%
Total Votes
47,110
Margin
R+33.8%
Shift from 2020
R+4.2pp
vs prior election
Election History
Source: County-Level Election Results| Year | Dem Votes | GOP Votes | Total | Dem % | GOP % | Margin |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 15,440 | 31,347 | 47,110 | 32.8% | 66.5% | R+33.8 |
| 2020 | 15,978 | 29,597 | 46,076 | 34.7% | 64.2% | R+29.6 |
| 2016 | 13,933 | 25,323 | 40,555 | 34.4% | 62.4% | R+28.1 |
In the 2024 presidential election, Lawrence County recorded 47,110 total votes. Republicans won the county with 66.5% of the vote compared to 32.8% for Democrats, a margin of R+33.8%. Compared to 2020, the margin shifted R+4.2pp from the previous election. Since 2016, Lawrence County has shifted 5.7 percentage points toward Republicans.
Nonprofits Overview
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFTotal Nonprofits
220
Total Assets
$423.3M
Total Income
$595.2M
Per 10K Residents
101.3
nonprofits
+25.3% vs peers avg
Orgs with >$1M Assets
34
Median Assets
$331K
Oldest Active
1941
ruling year
Newest Org
2025
ruling year
Nonprofits by Category
Source: IRS / NTEE ClassificationTop 10 hold $350.2M of $423.3M total
Nonprofit Size Distribution
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFNumber of nonprofits by total asset size
When Were Nonprofits Founded?
Source: IRS Ruling DateNumber of currently active nonprofits by founding decade
Nonprofits per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: IRS BMF + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 10,000 - 25,000
Largest Nonprofits in New Castle
Source: IRS Exempt Organizations BMFNew Castle, PA has 220 registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations with combined assets of $423.3M. The most common category is Education, with 27 organizations. 34 nonprofits have assets exceeding $1 million. That works out to 101.3 nonprofits per 10,000 residents. The oldest active nonprofit dates back to 1941.
SBA Lending Overview
Source: SBA FOIA Loan-Level DataTotal SBA Loans
395
Total Approved
$73.7M
Jobs Supported
2,404
Per 10K Residents
181.8
SBA loans
+174.8% vs peers avg
Unique Lenders
35
Top Lender
The Huntington National Bank
129 loans
Top Industry
Construction
Data Span
1992–2026
Loan Program Breakdown
Source: SBA FOIALoans
387
Total Amount
$70.8M
Avg Loan
$182,829
Median Loan
$90,000
SBA Guaranteed
$50.8M(72%)
Jobs Supported
2,336
Loans
8
Total Amount
$3.0M
Avg Loan
$372,500
Median Loan
$359,500
Recent Activity (Last 5 Years)
Source: SBA FOIARecent Loans
65
16% of all-time total
Recent Amount
$15.0M
20% of all-time total
Avg Recent Loan
$230,595
Top Industries Funded
Source: SBA FOIA / NAICS CodesSBA Loans per 10K Residents vs Similar Cities
Source: SBA FOIA + Census ACSCompared to cities with population 10,000 - 25,000
Top SBA Borrowers
Source: SBA FOIA| Business | Loans | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Paul's Beverage Company Llc | 5 | $3.2M |
| Fleming Steel Co. | 2 | $2.7M |
| Waraich Group Llc | 1 | $2.4M |
| Velocity Magnetics Inc. | 2 | $2.3M |
| Shenango Beverage Operating Company | 2 | $2.2M |
| Sisco Llc | 2 | $1.9M |
| Velocity Equipment Solutions Llc | 2 | $1.8M |
| Don Ann Realty Llc and Ed & Don Decarbo | 1 | $1.6M |
| New Castle Refractories Co. in | 2 | $1.4M |
| Pickel Properties Llc | 1 | $1.2M |
New Castle, PA has received 395 SBA loans totaling $73.7M in approved funding between 1992 and 2026. The 7(a) program accounts for 387 loans (98% of the total), supporting 2,336 jobs. The 504 program, focused on real estate and large equipment, has funded 8 loans totaling $3.0M. The most common industry receiving SBA funding is Construction. The most active SBA lender in New Castle is The Huntington National Bank with 129 loans. That works out to 181.8 SBA loans per 10,000 residents.
ZIP Code Overview
Source: Census ACSZIP Codes
15
Total Population
89,100
Avg Median Income
-$44,384,571
Avg Home Value
-$88,760,762
ZIP Code Details
Source: Census ACS| ZIP Code | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Median Rent | Area (sq mi) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16101 | 30,960 | $50,481 | $109,600 | $706 | 69.2 |
| 16102 | 4,933 | $52,480 | $97,900 | $948 | 24.3 |
| 16105 | 15,195 | $67,256 | $175,100 | $965 | 25.6 |
| 16112 | 1,431 | $79,821 | $140,900 | $909 | 7.0 |
| 16116 | 2,783 | $69,046 | $123,300 | $541 | 25.4 |
| 16117 | 16,013 | $69,982 | $143,000 | $856 | 36.4 |
| 16132 | 370 | $51,346 | $115,100 | N/A | 2.2 |
| 16141 | 1,901 | $68,375 | $145,000 | $675 | 21.4 |
| 16142 | 5,433 | $78,750 | $214,100 | $797 | 43.8 |
| 16143 | 1,995 | $88,452 | $196,700 | $727 | 24.5 |
| 16155 | 94 | $55,179 | N/A | $950 | 0.7 |
| 16156 | 3,385 | $68,510 | $209,200 | $1,089 | 51.3 |
| 16157 | 2,759 | $56,582 | $150,700 | $653 | 25.0 |
| 16160 | 949 | $41,841 | $101,300 | $769 | 1.2 |
| 16172 | 899 | N/A | N/A | N/A | 0.1 |
New Castle, PA has 15 ZIP codes with a combined population of 89,100. The average median household income across all ZIP codes is -$44,384,571. The average median home value is -$88,760,762. The average median monthly rent is -$88,888,183.
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