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Newcastle, Texas Utility & Living Guide
Newcastle is a city in Young County, Texas, United States. Following the beginning of coal mining in 1908, the town was established and named after the English coal town, Newcastle upon Tyne.
Total Utilities$310/mo
1BR Rent$474/mo
Sales Tax6.25%
COL Index96 (-4)
Family Score6/10
Median Home$45,200
🌤️ Live Weather — Newcastle
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Living in Newcastle, summers are intense — Aug highs average 99.3°F, while winters are chilly, with Feb lows around 34.8°F. With 1984 heating degree days annually, heating costs are moderate. With 25.5 inches annually, the climate is relatively dry. Median household income: $55,625. With a 12.8% poverty rate and 70.1% homeownership, the community reflects a stable residential mix. Air quality is Good — avg AQI 44 over the past week.
⚠️ Natural Hazard History — Newcastle
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💰 Budget Calculator
🔌 Utilities
🏠 Housing
📊 Cost of Living
💰 Taxes
👨👩👧 Families
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Monthly Utility Costs
⚡ Electric
$145/mo
Local utility provider
🔥 Gas
$35/mo
Local gas utility
💧 Water
$40/mo
Municipal water department
🗑️ Garbage
$25/mo
Municipal waste management
📶 Internet
$65/mo
Housing Market
| Rent & Property | |
|---|---|
| 1 Bedroom | $474/mo |
| 2 Bedrooms | $527/mo |
| 3 Bedrooms | $658/mo |
| Median Home Price | $45,200 |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.6% |
| Avg Childcare/mo | $900 |
Contact a local realtor for current market conditions in Newcastle.
Cost of Living
Overall COL Index
96
US national avg = 100
vs National Avg
-4
Groceries
94
Transportation
97
Healthcare
92
Childcare/mo
$900
Tax Rates
| Tax Overview | |
|---|---|
| Total Sales Tax | 6.25% |
| Property Tax Rate | 1.6% |
Family & Relocation
Family Vibe Score
6/10
Safety Index
55
Higher = safer
School Rating
6
GreatSchools avg
Avg Childcare
$900/mo
City Pulse
Population Trend
Population: 5,000
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📊 Newcastle — Census & Demographic Data
Official data from the US Census Bureau, American Community Survey.
💰 Median Household Income
$55,625
🏠 Homeownership Rate
70.1%
🔑 Renter Rate
29.9%
📉 Poverty Rate
12.8%
💼 Unemployment Rate
5.1%
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