Newton Falls, OH

Ohio · Metropolitan Area

Newton Falls is a small town in Ohio with a population of 4,553. Residents earn $51,840 per year, which is 31% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
4,553 Population 1,538/sq mi density
$51,840 Median Income $34,160 per capita
$102,200 Home Value $160,504 Zillow
$714 Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
191 Violent Crime/100K 2,319 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$51,840 median income, 4.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$102,200 home value, $714/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
191 violent crimes/100K (50% below avg)
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
16.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,840
31% lower than US avg
Home Value $102,200
64% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 191/100K
50% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.9%
50% lower than US avg
Median Rent $714
39% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.0%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.2%
17% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.6%
47% lower than US avg

How Newton Falls Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population4,553
Median Age50.2 yrs
Density1,538/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

B+
Median Income$51,840
Per Capita$34,160
Unemployment4.2%
Poverty6.6%
County GDP$9,687M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$102,200
Rent$714
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$160,504

Crime

F
Violent191/100K
Property2,319/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault64/100K
Burglary638/100K

Health

Obesity38.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.6%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain40.8 in/yr
Elevation915 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.9%
High School+92.7%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 41%
Commute23 min
Libraries14

Is Newton Falls a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Newton Falls receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Newton Falls offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Newton Falls is $51,840, 31% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.2%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 6.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Newton Falls is $102,200, 64% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $714 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Newton Falls is below the national average at 191 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,319 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

16.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Newton Falls experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.8 inches, including 27.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Newton Falls has a population of 4,553 with a density of 1,538 people per square mile. The median age is 50.2 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.8%), with 3.4% Black.

Population

4,553
Total Population
1,538
People / sq mi
50.2yrs
Median Age
29% above US avg
3.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.4%
Female 53.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Newton Falls vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.7%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.3%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Newton Falls vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Newton Falls is $51,840, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Newton Falls vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,840
31% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,160
Avg Weekly Wage$996
IRS Avg AGI$57,944

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.2%
17% above US avg
Poverty Rate6.6%
47% below US avg
Establishments (County)4,454
County GDP$9,687M

Business (County)

Restaurants403
Healthcare493
Retail625
Manufacturing196

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,734
35% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.63%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.3 min
Work from Home8.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Newton Falls is $102,200, 64% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $714 (39% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $160,504.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$102,200
64% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$160,504
Median List Price$162,450

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$162,450
$/Sq Ft$113
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio91.8%
Price Drops12.5%
Inventory8

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$714
39% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$816
1 Bedroom$873
2 Bedrooms$1,092
3 Bedrooms$1,388
4 Bedrooms$1,550

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied52.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,734
35% above US avg
Effective Rate4.63%
In Newton Falls, 38.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.6% report depression. 27.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Newton Falls vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.0%
18% above US avg
Diabetes10.9%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure31.9%
Asthma11.2%
COPD7.6%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.6%
Physical Inactivity27.0%
Depression27.6%
Mental Distress20.2%
Physical Distress13.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.7%
Checkup Rate76.7%
Premature Death11,710/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.7/10
Exercise Access74.5%
Healthcare Facilities493
Newton Falls has a violent crime rate of 191 per 100,000 residents, 50% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,319 per 100,000 (18% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

Crime Rates: Newton Falls vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Total Violent191.5/100K
50% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape85.1/100K
Robbery42.5/100K
Assault63.8/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,318.7/100K
18% above US avg
Burglary638.2/100K
Theft1,616.7/100K
Vehicle Theft63.8/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Newton Falls has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average48.9°F
9% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.8 inches
7% above US avg
Snowfall27.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation915 ft (279 m)
Area3.0 sq mi (7.7 km²)
Population Density1,538/sq mi
Coordinates41.1926°N, 80.9680°W
County FIPS39155
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 16.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (50% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58%
D 41.2%

Winner: Republican by 16.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.9%
50% below US avg
High School+92.7%
School Test Score5.90
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,538/sq mi
Total Area3.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities493
Restaurants403
Retail Stores625

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.3 min
Work from Home8.1%

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