Town in Wise County, part of the Dallas-Fort Worth metro

Living in Newark, TX

C

405th of 745Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people
Overall score 45 of 100
112th of 181 in the Dallas-Fort Worth area

We give Newark a C. It ranks 405th of 745 Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. It does best on internet access and cost of living, and trails on health and education levels. It is a strong pick for remote workers.

  • Good for remote workers
  • Fast-growing
  • Well connected
  • Health scores low (15 of 100)
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Where Newark is in Texas.
Population
1,307+19.8% since 2020
Median rent
$1,14319% lower than Texas
Median home value
$137,50052% lower than Texas
Household income
$77,344Median
Average commute
33 minOne way
Violent crime
No dataNo full-year report

What it's like to live in Newark

Newark sits about 44 miles from downtown Dallas, in the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metro. 1,307 people lived here in 2025, up 19.8% from 2020, so it is one of the faster-growing places in Texas. It is spread out.

Places locals use include Newark Ball Field, Delora Doughty Royal Park and Newark Public Library.

The median age is 27.7, 48% of households have children, 77% of homes are owned by the people living in them and the typical household earns $77,344 a year (about the same as the Texas median).

Pros of living in Newark

  • Lower rent. Median rent is $1,143, 19% lower than the Texas median.
  • Homes are affordable for local incomes. The median home costs 1.8 times the median household income, against 3.6 times across Texas.
  • Growing fast. The population grew 20% from 2020 to 2025, which usually means new homes, shops and jobs.

Cons of living in Newark

  • Long commutes. The average trip to work takes 33 minutes, against 27 across Texas.

Who Newark suits

  • FamiliesNot the best fit. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 38% for families.
  • Young professionalsNot the best fit: household income is about the same as the Texas median, with 3 restaurants and 1 cafe in town. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 37% for young professionals.
  • Remote workersA reasonable fit: 97% of homes have broadband and the median rent of $1,143 is 19% lower than the Texas median. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 96% for remote workers.
  • People on a budgetA reasonable fit: the median rent of $1,143 is 19% lower than the Texas median. Compared with similar Texas places, it beats 62% for people on a budget.

Newark report card

Ten grades, one for each part of daily life we measure. Most compare Newark with other US towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. Schools, safety and errands compare it with other Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people.

  • Cost of living: grade B

    Median rent $1,143, homes cost 1.8x income.

    65 of 100 vs US towns

  • Jobs and income: grade C-

    Median household income $77,344, 4.8% unemployed.

    37 of 100 vs US towns

  • Schools: grade C+

    1 rated campuses, 100% rated A or B.

    48 of 100 vs TX towns

  • Safety: no grade

    No full year of crime data from local police.

    No score vs TX towns

  • Errands and things to do: no grade

    0 grocery stores, 3 restaurants, 2 parks mapped in town.

    No score vs TX towns

  • Getting around: grade C-

    Average commute 33 min, 12% work from home.

    33 of 100 vs US towns

  • Education levels: grade D

    16% have a bachelor’s degree.

    20 of 100 vs US towns

  • Health: grade D-

    18% of adults uninsured.

    15 of 100 vs US towns

  • Home ownership: grade D+

    77% of homes owner-occupied.

    31 of 100 vs US towns

  • Internet access: grade A

    97% of homes have broadband.

    90 of 100 vs US towns

Where Newark stands out compared with Texas

Better than Texas

  • Home value to income: 1.8x51% lower than Texas (3.6x)
  • Homes owned by the people living in them: 77%14 points higher than Texas (63%)
  • Median rent: $1,14319% lower than Texas ($1,403)

Worse than Texas

  • Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher: 16%18 points lower than Texas (34%)
  • Vacant homes: 20%11 points higher than Texas (9.4%)
  • Average commute: 33 min25% higher than Texas (27 min)

Cost of living in Newark

Rent is the cost most newcomers feel first. The median rent in Newark is $1,143 a month, 19% lower than the Texas median of $1,403. To keep that rent at 30% of income, a household needs to earn about $46,000 a year. Right now 46% of renters here pay more than 30% of their income on rent.

HUD sets fair market rents for this area at $892 for a one-bedroom, $1,164 for a two-bedroom and $1,612 for a three-bedroom (fiscal year 2027). These figures include utilities and describe a modest unit, so newer apartments often ask for more.

The median home is worth $137,500, 52% lower than the Texas median. With 20% down and a 30-year loan at 7.28%, the monthly payment comes to about $753 before tax, or $932 with property tax. That is close to the median rent, so buying can make sense if you plan to stay.

Texas has no state income tax, but it leans on property taxes instead, though they are lighter here than in much of the state. The median homeowner in Newark pays $2,152 a year, 49% lower than the Texas median of $4,232. Budget for it, along with homeowners insurance, which our numbers do not include.

Typical rent by apartment size

Fair market rent by bedroom count in NewarkStudio$8861 bedroom$8922 bedrooms$1,1643 bedrooms$1,6124 bedrooms$1,916
HUD fair market rent for FY2027, Wise County, TX HUD Metro FMR Area. This is what a typical, modest unit rents for, including utilities.
MeasureHereTexasUS
Median rent19% lower than Texas$1,143$1,403$1,413
Median home value52% lower than Texas$137,500$283,800$332,700
Home value to income51% lower than Texas1.8x3.6x4.1x
Renters paying 30%+ of income on rent6 points lower than Texas46%52%51%
Median property tax per year49% lower than Texas$2,152$4,232$3,119
Homes owned by the people living in them14 points higher than Texas77%63%65%
Median year homes were builtAbout the same as Texas199519921980

Monthly cost to buy a median home

$932
Mortgage payment
$753
Property tax
$179
Median rent, for comparison
$1,143

Based on a $137,500 home in Newark, 20% down and a 30-year loan at 7.28% (Freddie Mac average, week of 2026-10-01). Property tax is the median paid locally, or the county median where the local figure is not published. Insurance and fees are not included.

Schools in Newark

Newark has 1 public school campuses with a 2025 state rating inside the city, and 100% of them earn an A or B. Most students here are served by Northwest ISD.

Texas districts usually assign students by attendance zone rather than the closest campus, so check the zone for a specific address with the district before you sign a lease or buy.

Schools grade
48
of 100 vs Texas towns
Average rating
80
Texas median 81

Ratings are the 2025 Texas Education Agency A to F accountability ratings. Always check which school serves a specific address with the district.

Top-rated schools

  • BSeven Hills ElementaryElementary, Northwest ISD80 of 100

Daily life in Newark

Everyday places mapped inside Newark, from Overture Maps. Well-known spots include Newark Ball Field, Delora Doughty Royal Park, Newark Public Library.

The average one-way commute is 33 minutes, 25% longer than the Texas average. 12% of workers work from home. 3.8% walk, bike or take transit to work.

Downtown Dallas is about 44 miles away in a straight line. Many people who live in Newark work elsewhere in the metro, so test the drive at rush hour before you commit.

The median household income is $77,344, income per person is $36,741, unemployment is 4.8% and 16% of adults hold a bachelor's degree.

Grocery stores
0
Pharmacies
0
Restaurants
3
Cafes
1
Bars
1
Parks
2
Gyms
0
Hospitals and urgent care
0
Childcare
0
Libraries
1

Jobs, income and education

MeasureHereTexasUS
Median household incomeAbout the same as Texas$77,344$78,476$80,734
Income per person10% lower than Texas$36,741$40,752$44,673
Unemployment rateAbout the same as Texas4.8%5.3%5.2%
People below the poverty line6 points higher than Texas19%14%12%
Adults with a bachelor's degree or higher18 points lower than Texas16%34%36%
Adults with a high school diploma or higher1 points lower than Texas85%86%90%
Adults 18 to 64 without health insurance2 points lower than Texas18%20%11%
Homes with broadband internet6 points higher than Texas97%91%91%

Getting to work

MeasureHereTexasUS
Average commute25% higher than Texas33 min27 min26 min
Workers who work from home2 points lower than Texas12%14%15%
Workers who work from home12%
Workers who take transit0%
Workers who walk3.8%
Workers who bike0%

Who lives in Newark

Under 1831%
18 to 3426%
35 to 6433%
65 and over10%

Median age 27.7 years. 48% of households have children.

Race and ethnicity
White62%
Hispanic or Latino35%
Black0.3%
Asian0.6%
Other or more than one race1.9%

Shown for information only. It is never part of any grade.

Weather in Newark

Newark has a hot Texas climate. July highs average 97°F and January lows about 36°F. There are about 108 days a year at 90°F or above, and about 37 inches of rain a year.

Average monthly high and low temperatures in Newark30°50°70°90°57J62F69M76A84M93J97J97A89S79O67N58DRain

Average daily high and low by month, °F, with rain below. NOAA 1991 to 2020 normals from Ft Worth Alliance Ap, 10 mi away. Orange months average 90°F or more.

Natural hazard risk

    Source: FEMA National Risk Index, December 2025, Census tract level averaged for the city. Check the FEMA flood map for any address before you buy.

    Places near Newark

    Nearby, Pecan Acres gets a D, Aurora gets a C+ and Rhome gets a B+. Each is graded against Texas places of its own size, so a small town and a big city can both earn an A.

    1. DPecan AcresTown, 4,161 people1 mi
    2. C+AuroraTown, 1,760 people4 mi
    3. B+RhomeTown, 1,699 people5 mi
    4. D-BriarTown, 7,228 people6 mi
    5. FPelican BayTown, 2,399 people6 mi
    6. CRenoTown, 3,272 people6 mi

    Newark in the Dallas-Fort Worth area

    How it ranks among 181 places in the metro.

    1. 1A+Flower Mound78,389 people26 mito downtown
    2. 2A+Trophy Club13,733 people29 mito downtown
    3. 3A+University Park25,155 people4 mito downtown
    4. 109CRunaway Bay1,717 people69 mito downtown
    5. 110CReno3,272 people48 mito downtown
    6. 111CMabank5,187 people48 mito downtown
    7. 112CNewark1,177 people44 mito downtown
    8. 113CKennedale9,439 people28 mito downtown
    9. 114CCleburne34,344 people48 mito downtown
    10. 115CJosephine5,842 people32 mito downtown

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    Living in Newark: common questions

    Is Newark, TX a good place to live?

    We give Newark a C. It ranks 405th of 745 Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people. It does best on internet access and cost of living, and trails on health and education levels. It is a strong pick for remote workers.

    How much does it cost to live in Newark?

    Median rent in Newark is $1,143 a month, 19% lower than the Texas median. The median home is worth $137,500, 52% lower than the Texas median. A median home costs 1.8x the median household income, compared with 3.6x across Texas. With 20% down at a 7.28% rate, the monthly payment on a median home is about $932, including property tax.

    Are the schools good in Newark?

    We found 1 rated public school campuses inside Newark. 100% are rated A or B by the Texas Education Agency. Its schools score is 48 of 100 compared with other Texas towns of 1,000 to 10,000 people.

    What is the weather like in Newark?

    Summers in Newark peak at about 97°F in July, and January nights fall to about 36°F. Expect around 108 days a year at 90°F or hotter, and 37 inches of rain.

    How long is the commute in Newark?

    The average one-way commute is 33 min, 25% higher than the Texas average. About 12% of workers work from home. It is about 44 miles from downtown Dallas.

    Sources: US Census Bureau 2020-2024 ACS 5-year and 2025 population estimates, CDC PLACES 2025, Texas Education Agency 2025 ratings, FBI Crime Data Explorer, FEMA National Risk Index, NOAA climate normals, HUD fair market rents, Overture Maps. Updated 2026-10-04. How we grade.