Newcastle, California
Quick Statistics
Newcastle is a community in Placer County, California, home to about 1,585 people spread across 2.4 square miles of land. The median personal income here is $48,558 a year, and a typical home is worth about $598,000. About 40.1% of adults hold a college degree, and 95.9% of residents under 65 have health insurance. The population has grown about 29 percent over the past decade.
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Among the California towns GeoStat tracks, Newcastle ranks number 951 of 1,570 in population, number 454 in median household income, number 636 in median home value. See how it stacks up on the trends page or compare it with another town.
Summers around Newcastle typically top out near 91°F in July, while January nights average about 36°F. The area sees roughly 7 inches of snow a year. Full normals are on the climate page.
| # | Town | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Penryn, CA | 2.4 mi. | 1,114 |
| 2. | Auburn, CA | 3.6 mi. | 13,768 |
| 3. | North Auburn, CA | 5.2 mi. | 13,480 |
| 4. | Loomis, CA | 5.2 mi. | 6,853 |
| 5. | Rocklin, CA | 7.6 mi. | 73,327 |
| 6. | Granite Bay, CA | 7.6 mi. | 21,673 |
| 7. | Auburn Lake Trails, CA | 8.3 mi. | 3,284 |
| 8. | Lincoln, CA | 8.7 mi. | 52,956 |
What is the population of Newcastle, California?
Newcastle has a population of about 1,585 people, according to the latest Census Bureau estimates.
What county is Newcastle, California in?
Newcastle is located in Placer County, California.
What is the median home value in Newcastle, California?
The median home value in Newcastle is about $598,000, based on American Community Survey data.
What is the median income in Newcastle, California?
The median personal income in Newcastle is about $48,558 per year.
How many tornadoes have hit near Newcastle, California?
Since 1950, 6 tornadoes have been recorded in Placer County. See the tornado page for maps and details of each one.
What is the weather like in Newcastle, California?
Typical July highs run about 91 degrees and January lows about 36 degrees, with around 7 inches of snow a year. Figures are 30-year NOAA climate normals.
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