Newton Grove, NC

North Carolina · Johnston County · Raleigh-Cary Metro

Newton Grove is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 574. Residents earn $68,750 per year, which is 9% below the national average.

Sources: US Census Bureau ACS 2023 5-year estimates, FBI Crime Data Explorer 2024, NOAA, EPA. Updated September 2026

4.6 /5.0

A+ Excellent

574 Population 186/sq mi density

$68,750 Median Income $43,530 per capita

$155,000 Home Value $171,653 Zillow

$969 Median Rent 43.0% income on rent

62°F Avg Temperature

A+

Overall

4.6 / 5.0

Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

Economy

4.4 / 5.0

$68,750 median income, 1.4% unemployment

A+

Affordability

5.0 / 5.0

$155,000 home value, $969/mo rent

Education

4.3 / 5.0

41.8% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $68,750

9% lower than US avg

Home Value $155,000

45% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 41.8%

24% higher than US avg

Median Rent $969

17% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 39.2%

22% higher than US avg

Unemployment 1.4%

61% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 1.4%

89% lower than US avg

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

People

Population574

Median Age56.2 yrs

Density186/mi²

Male / Female49% / 51%

Largest GroupWhite 93%

Veterans7.1%

Economy

Median Income$68,750

Per Capita$43,530

Unemployment1.4%

Poverty1.4%

County GDP$11,573M

Commute30 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$155,000

Rent$969

Ownership72.5%

Zillow$171,653

Housing Units369

Rent Burden43.0%

Health

Obesity39.2%

Uninsured6.5%

Smoking16.5%

Depression26.9%

Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp62°F (16°C)

AQI43 (Good)

Rain51.0 in/yr

Elevation183 ft (56 m)

Education

Bachelor's+41.8%

High School+95.0%

Graduate+16.1%

School Score5.77

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 39%

Commute30 min

Broadband81.2%

EV Stations1

Libraries7

Is Newton Grove a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Newton Grove receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Newton Grove stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Newton Grove is $68,750, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. Only 1.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Newton Grove is $155,000, 45% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $969 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 41.8% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 95.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Newton Grove enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Newton Grove has a population of 574 with a density of 186 people per square mile, spread across 3.1 square miles. The median age is 56.2 years, 44% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.4% female and 48.6% male. The city is predominantly White (92.9%), with 2.1% Hispanic, 3.3% Black, 1.2% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 96.1% of residents, while 11.9% speak Spanish. 7.1% of the population are veterans. 16.8% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 93.5% have health insurance coverage.

Population

574

Total Population

2023 Census

186

People / sq mi

56.2yrs

Median Age

44% above US avg

3.1mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.6%

Female 51.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Newton Grove vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 96.1%

22% above US avg

Spanish 11.9%

11% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Newton Grove vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Newton Grove is $68,750, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $43,530 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,064, 26% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.4% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 5,104 business establishments, including 352 restaurants. The cost of living index is 94.3, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes. 6.6% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Newton Grove vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$68,750
	9% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$43,530
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,064
IRS Avg AGI	$73,009
Gini Index	0.421 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	1.4%
	61% below US avg
Poverty Rate	1.4%
	89% below US avg
Establishments (County)	5,104
County GDP	$11,573M

Business (County)

Restaurants	352
Healthcare	353
Retail	575
Manufacturing	117

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$3,488
	0% below US avg
Cost of Living	94.30 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	2.25%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	30.4 min
Drive Alone	89.6%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	6.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Newton Grove is $155,000, 45% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $171,653, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $969 (17% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $981 for a one-bedroom to $1,161 for a two-bedroom apartment. 72.5% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 369 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1970. The average annual property tax is $3,488. 43.0% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing, indicating a significant affordability challenge for renters. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.3x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$155,000
	45% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$171,653

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$969
	17% below US avg
Rent Burden	43.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$932
1 Bedroom	$981
2 Bedrooms	$1,161
3 Bedrooms	$1,499
4 Bedrooms	$1,780

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	72.5%
Owner-Occupied	72.5%
Renter-Occupied	27.5%
Housing Units	369
Median Year Built	1970

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$3,488
	0% below US avg
Effective Rate	2.25%

In Newton Grove, 39.2% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 11.4% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.2% of residents. 35.3% have high blood pressure. 16.5% are current smokers. 15.6% report binge drinking. 26.8% are physically inactive. 26.9% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 19.1% experience frequent mental distress. 6.5% of residents lack health insurance (below the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:3,713. The dentist ratio is 1:3,849. 96.8% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.4 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	39.2%
	22% above US avg
Diabetes	11.4%
Heart Disease	6.2%
High Blood Pressure	35.3%
Asthma	11.4%
COPD	7.6%
Cancer	6.8%
Stroke	3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	16.5%
	18% above US avg
Binge Drinking	15.6%
Physical Inactivity	26.8%
Depression	26.9%
Mental Distress	19.1%
Physical Distress	13.9%
Short Sleep	34.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	93.5%
Uninsured	6.5%
	24% below US avg
Primary Care	1:3,713
Dentists	1:3,849
Mental Health	1:880
Checkup Rate	77.5%
Dental Visits	53.7%
Premature Death	8,163/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.4/10
Exercise Access	96.8%
Healthcare Facilities	353

Newton Grove enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winters average 43°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.0 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 1.8 inches of snow annually. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43. 72% of days have good air quality. The city sits at an elevation of 183 feet.

Temperature

43°F Jan (6°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)

Annual Average	61.5°F
	14% above US avg
January Average	43°F (6°C)
July Average	80°F (27°C)

Geography

Elevation	183 ft (56 m)
Area	3.1 sq mi (8.0 km²)
Population Density	186/sq mi
Coordinates	35.2512°N, 78.3537°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County	Johnston County County
Nearest Airport	Fayetteville Regional/Grannis Field (FAY) 35 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 51.0"

34% above US avg

Snowfall 1.8"

Wettest Month (Sep) 6.56"

Driest Month (Feb) 3.11"

Air Quality

AQI Median	43.0
Rating	Good
Good Days %	71.5%
Unhealthy Days	0

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)	0.0449 ppm
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)	8.1 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Moderate
Risk Score	85.6 / 100
Social Vulnerability	29.2 / 100
Community Resilience	47.9 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively High
Hurricane	Relatively Moderate
Earthquake	Relatively Low
Wildfire	Very Low
Flood	Relatively Moderate
Hail	Relatively Moderate
Strong Wind	Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave	Relatively Moderate
Winter Weather	Very High
Lightning	Relatively High
Ice Storm	Relatively High
Drought	Relatively Moderate
Cold Wave	Relatively Moderate
Landslide	Very Low

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

3 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.6. Most recent: M2.5 on Jul 29, 2012.

Aug 6, 1994	4 km SSW of Bayboro, North Carolina	M3.6	144 km
Mar 21, 2011	9 km S of Cordova, North Carolina	M2.9	143 km
Jul 29, 2012	7 km NNW of Wallace, South Carolina	M2.5	146 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Hurricane History

25 hurricanes (Cat 1+) within 500 km since 1980. Strongest: Category 4. Most recent: Ian (2022, Cat 1).

Year	Name	Category	Closest
2022	Ian	Category 1	231 km
2020	Isaias	Category 1	151 km
2019	Dorian	Category 2	185 km
2018	Florence	Category 2	127 km
2016	Matthew	Category 1	173 km
2014	Arthur	Category 2	167 km
2011	Irene	Category 1	169 km
2005	Ophelia	Category 1	166 km
2004	Alex	Category 2	213 km
2004	Gaston	Category 1	275 km
2004	Charley	Category 1	165 km
2003	Isabel	Category 2	137 km
1999	Irene	Category 2	224 km
1999	Floyd	Category 2	108 km
1999	Dennis	Category 2	250 km
1998	Bonnie	Category 3	112 km
1996	Fran	Category 3	32 km
1996	Bertha	Category 2	74 km
1994	Gordon	Category 1	298 km
1993	Emily	Category 3	296 km

Source: NOAA IBTrACS (Cat 1+, 1980-2026)

Tornado History

438 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 57 fatalities, 1,434 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Nov 27, 1988	EF4	78 km	4
Mar 28, 1984	EF4	53 km	16
Mar 28, 1984	EF4	24 km	3
Apr 8, 1957	EF4	100 km	0
Sep 27, 2024	EF3	95 km	0
Aug 8, 2024	EF3	57 km	1
Jul 19, 2023	EF3	94 km	0
Apr 16, 2011	EF3	88 km	6
Apr 16, 2011	EF3	76 km	2
Apr 16, 2011	EF3	48 km	0
Nov 15, 2008	EF3	68 km	1
Nov 23, 1992	EF3	38 km	0
Mar 28, 1984	EF3	66 km	12
Mar 28, 1984	EF3	42 km	0
Mar 4, 1977	EF3	77 km	0
May 15, 1972	EF3	84 km	0
Feb 22, 1971	EF3	55 km	2
Apr 18, 1969	EF3	36 km	0
Nov 8, 1957	EF3	74 km	0
Apr 8, 1957	EF3	53 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950-2024)

Wildfire History

20 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: UNNAMED (7,944 ac, 1994).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
1994	UNNAMED	7,944	75 km
1985	UNNAMED	2,970	96 km
1986	UNNAMED	2,642	51 km
2014	SHAKEN CREEK	1,469	97 km
2006	OVERHILLS	1,436	58 km
1991	UNNAMED	1,399	92 km
2009	UNNAMED	1,319	41 km
1993	UNNAMED	1,293	97 km
2011	VALENTINE	1,083	56 km
2024	HORSESHOE LAKE	990	55 km
2022	CEDAR CREEK	872	53 km
1998	I-95 FIRE	858	99 km
1993	UNNAMED	835	64 km
2009	UNNAMED	820	80 km
2008	TUSSOCK BAY	800	73 km
2008	HIGHWAY 1	766	99 km
2017	T ISLAND	744	98 km
2007	JACKSON SWAMP COMPLEX	744	82 km
2009	UNNAMED	686	89 km
2009	UNNAMED	640	52 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	43°F (6°C)	3.5 in	Coldest
February	45°F (7°C)	3.1 in	Driest
March	52°F (11°C)	3.7 in
April	61°F (16°C)	3.4 in
May	69°F (21°C)	4.1 in
June	77°F (25°C)	4.6 in
July	80°F (27°C)	5.8 in	Warmest
August	78°F (26°C)	6.0 in
September	73°F (23°C)	6.6 in	Wettest
October	62°F (17°C)	3.3 in
November	52°F (11°C)	3.4 in
December	46°F (8°C)	3.5 in

Newton Grove has a seasonal temperature swing of 38°F / from 43°F in January to 80°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 51.0 inches, with September being the wettest month (6.6") and February the driest (3.1").

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Newton Grove is located in Johnston County. It is classified as Metro / 1 million+, part of a metropolitan area. 41.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 24% above the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school. 16.1% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.8 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 60.2% of the vote, a 21.5-point margin. 81.2% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 1 EV charging stations. There are 7 public libraries serving the community. 353 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 89.6% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.2%

D 38.7%

Winner: Republican by 21.5 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	35
Traffic Accidents	121
Avg Accident Severity	2.6 / 4.0

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	41.8%
	24% above US avg
High School+	95.0%
Graduate Degree+	16.1%
School Test Score	5.77

A Education Grade (4.3/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 1	Metro / 1 million+
Population Density	186/sq mi
Total Area	3.1 sq mi
County	Johnston County County

Services

Broadband Access	81.2%
Avg Download Speed	149.7 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	17.4 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	1
Alt Fuel Stations	2
Public Libraries	7
Healthcare Facilities	353
Restaurants	352
Retail Stores	575

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	30.4 min
Drive Alone	89.6%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	6.6%

Average costs for common services in Newton Grove. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$236 ($141-$377)
Specialist Visit	$330 ($189-$519)
Urgent Care Visit	$189 ($94-$330)
Emergency Room Visit	$2,075 ($754-$4,715)
Dental Cleaning	$123 ($71-$189)
Dental Filling	$236 ($141-$377)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$42 ($24-$71)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$71 ($47-$113)
Brake Pad Replacement	$283 ($141-$472)
Tire Rotation	$38 ($19-$71)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$566 ($377-$943)
Battery Replacement	$189 ($94-$330)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$94 ($57-$141)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$85 ($47-$132)
HVAC Repair	$377 ($141-$754)
HVAC System Install	$6,601 ($3,772-$11,316)
Roof Repair	$943 ($377-$1,886)
Roof Replacement	$8,487 ($5,187-$14,145)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,415 ($472-$3,301)
Divorce (Contested)	$14,145 ($4,715-$28,290)
DUI Defense	$4,715 ($1,886-$9,430)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,415 ($754-$2,829)
Will Preparation	$472 ($189-$943)
Trust Preparation	$2,358 ($943-$4,715)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$24 ($14-$42)
Women's Haircut	$52 ($28-$94)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$141 ($71-$236)
Manicure	$24 ($14-$42)
Pedicure	$38 ($24-$61)
Massage (1 Hour)	$75 ($47-$123)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$3.87 ($2.83-$5.19)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.30 ($2.36-$4.72)
Loaf of Bread	$3.58 ($2.36-$5.19)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.24 ($2.83-$6.13)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$5.19 ($3.77-$7.07)
Rice (per lb)	$0.94 ($0.57-$1.70)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$132 ($75-$236)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$66 ($28-$141)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$66 ($38-$113)
Internet (Monthly)	$66 ($38-$94)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$61 ($28-$94)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$80 ($47-$141)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$189 ($71-$472)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$1,886 ($1,132-$3,301)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$66 ($28-$123)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$14 ($7.54-$24)
Car Registration (Annual)	$94 ($28-$236)
Driver's License Renewal	$28 ($14-$71)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,132 ($566-$2,358)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$943 ($472-$1,886)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$377 ($189-$660)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$47 ($24-$94)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$943 ($377-$2,358)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$11,788 ($4,715-$28,290)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$57 ($28-$94)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$94 ($47-$189)
Dog Grooming	$57 ($28-$94)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$38 ($19-$71)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$283 ($141-$472)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$189 ($94-$377)

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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant	$937
Toddler	$813
Preschool	$646
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$662
Toddler	$648
Preschool	$588

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Johnston County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Manufacturing	8,227	146	$89,254	1.64
Retail Trade	7,897	553	$33,715	1.30
Health Care & Social Assistance	7,320	533	$59,523	0.84
Accommodation & Food Services	6,473	368	$21,285	1.17
Construction	5,758	899	$62,837	1.80
Administrative & Waste Services	4,632	362	$46,755	1.29
Transportation & Warehousing	2,303	187	$60,189	0.89
Wholesale Trade	2,294	246	$84,743	0.95
Professional & Technical Services	1,780	594	$69,400	0.42
Other Services	1,388	341	$42,306	0.76
Finance & Insurance	927	226	$71,960	0.37
Arts & Entertainment	674	59	$19,715	0.66
Real Estate	578	191	$53,261	0.61
Educational Services	521	60	$38,248	0.41
Utilities	272	8	$71,288	1.17
Information & Technology	213	90	$72,874	0.19
Management of Companies	168	10	$128,428	0.16
Unclassified	5	18	$70,928	0.06

Schools in Newton Grove

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Midway High	High	757	44	17.2:1
Hobbton High	High	483	29	16.7:1
Hobbton Elementary	Elementary	452	34	13.3:1
Hobbton Middle	Middle	417	26	16.0:1

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Radio Stations near Newton Grove

5 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
Psychedelic Jukebox	-	MP3 128 kbps
WCMC-FM 99.9 The Fan ESPN	carolina hurricanes, sports	AAC+ 64 kbps
ANARCHYRADIO	-	MP3
Radio 252	classic, oldies	MP3 192 kbps
WRAL News+	local news, news	AAC+ 64 kbps

National Parks Near Newton Grove

25 national parks and monuments found near Newton Grove.

Park	Type	Fee
Bay Tree Lake State Natural Area	State Park	Free
Bushy Lake State Natural Area	State Park	Free
Carver's Creek State Park	State Park	Free
Cliffs of the Neuse State Park	State Park	Free
Deep River State Trail	State Park	Free
Dutchmans Creek Mitigation Site	State Park	Free
Eno River State Park	State Park	Free
Hemlock Bluffs State Natural Area	State Park	Free
Lake Waccamaw State Park	State Park	Free
Lea Island State Natural Area	State Park	Free
Little Pee Dee State Park	State Park	Free
Lower Haw River State Natural Area	State Park	Free
Lumber River State Park	State Park	Free
Lumber State Natural and Scenic River	State Park	Free
Mitchell Mill State Natural Area	State Park	Free
Moores Creek National Battlefield	National Battlefield	Free
Mountains-to-Sea Trail	State Park	Free
Occoneechee Mountain State Natural Area	State Park	Free
Os-058	State Park	Free
Raven Rock State Park	State Park	Free
Sandy Run Savannas State Natural Area	State Park	Free
Singletary Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Warwick Mill Bay State Natural Area	State Park	Free
White Lake State Lake	State Park	Free
William B. Umstead State Park	State Park	Free

Museums in Newton Grove

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
BENTONVILLE BATTLEFIELD	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		9105940789
SAMPSON COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	2336 HONRINE RD	9105646471

Hotels in Newton Grove

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

William & Mary Hotel

Restaurants in Newton Grove

5 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Celia's Southern Cooking

Parkside Sports Bar & Grill

Smithfield's Chicken and BBQ

Taqueria Mexicana Angel

The Farm House Cafe & Bakery

Cafes in Newton Grove

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Old Store Cafe

Gas Stations in Newton Grove

4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

55 Fast stop

Exxon

Marathon

Shell

Banks in Newton Grove

2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

First Citizens Bank

Truist

Gyms in Newton Grove

1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Circle Fitness Center

EV Charging Stations in Newton Grove

Name	Address	Network	Level 2	DC Fast	Connectors	Access
Smithfield's Chicken 'N Bar-B-Q-Newton Grove - Tesla Destination	1380 Harnett Dunn Hwy	Tesla Destination	2		TESLA	public

Cell Towers in Newton Grove

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
366 DARDEN RD	TOWER	128

Fire Stations in Newton Grove

Name	Address	Type	Active Firefighters	Volunteers	Phone
Newton Grove Volunteer Fire Department Inc.	212 Weeksdale ST	Volunteer			910-594-0211
Vann Crossroads Fire Department	4550 Church RD	Volunteer			910-594-1093

Power Plants Near Newton Grove

Name	Type	Primary Fuel	Capacity (MW)	Status
NEWTON GROVE	SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC	221114	-78.4	OP
WARREN SOLAR FARM LLC	SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC	221114	-78.4	OP
SOLUGA FARMS 1	SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC	221114	-78.4	OP

Bridges in Newton Grove

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1988	27	21,000	F
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1988	42	20,000	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1988	202	6,300	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1988	285	5,900	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1988	195	5,100	F
Tee Beam	Concrete	1957	181	4,200	F
Tee Beam	Concrete	1957	120	3,600	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1988	211	1,800	F
Tee Beam	Concrete	1957	113	1,400	G
Slab	Prestressed concrete	2012	132	950	G
Slab	Prestressed concrete	1993	152	850	F
Slab	Prestressed concrete	2014	92	650	F
Slab	Prestressed concrete	2014	93	650	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1988	198	650	F
Slab	Prestressed concrete	1993	160	640	G
Culvert	Concrete	1993	21	550	F
Culvert	Concrete continuous	2017	32	470	G
Slab	Prestressed concrete	2020	82	460	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1988	180	450	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1988	196	420	F
Slab	Prestressed concrete	2020	67	390	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1988	250	350	F
Slab	Prestressed concrete	2018	118	350	G
Culvert	Steel	1988	40	350	F
Slab	Prestressed concrete	2021	67	300	G
Slab	Prestressed concrete	2014	198	260	F
Slab	Prestressed concrete	2018	183	250	G
Culvert	Concrete continuous	2017	21	240	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Wood or Timber	1968	70	230	F
Slab	Prestressed concrete	2021	92	200	G
Culvert	Steel	1962	25	200	P
Slab	Prestressed concrete	2017	122	200	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Wood or Timber	1950	58	150	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Wood or Timber	1960	36	150	F
Culvert	Concrete continuous	1950	25	150	F
Culvert	Concrete continuous	2019	47	150	G
Slab	Prestressed concrete	2016	57	110	G
Slab	Prestressed concrete	1996	87	100	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1988	206	100	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1988	202	100	F

Airports Near Newton Grove

50 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Raleigh-Durham International Airport	RDU	Large Airport
Albert J Ellis Airport	OAJ	Medium Airport
Fayetteville Regional Airport - Grannis Field	FAY	Medium Airport
Johnston Regional Airport	-	Medium Airport
Kinston Regional Jetport At Stallings Field	ISO	Medium Airport
Lumberton Regional Airport	LBT	Medium Airport
Pope Field	POB	Medium Airport
Rocky Mount Wilson Regional Airport	RWI	Medium Airport
Seymour Johnson Air Force Base	GSB	Medium Airport
Simmons Army Air Field	FBG	Medium Airport
Aerial Spraying Service Airport	-	Small Airport
Allens Airport	-	Small Airport
Bagwell Airport	-	Small Airport
Barclaysville Field	-	Small Airport
Barker Field	-	Small Airport
Bladenboro Airport	-	Small Airport
Blue Ridge Airfield	-	Small Airport
Brocks Airport	-	Small Airport
C A G Farms Airport	-	Small Airport
Charles Field	-	Small Airport
Cox Airport	-	Small Airport
Cox-Grantham Airfield	-	Small Airport
Crooked Creek Airport	-	Small Airport
Curtis L Brown Jr Field	-	Small Airport
Deck Airpark	-	Small Airport
Dublin Field	-	Small Airport
Duplin County Airport	-	Small Airport
E T Field	-	Small Airport
Easley Acres Airport	-	Small Airport
Eastover Air Ranch Airport	-	Small Airport
Fiddleair Airport	-	Small Airport
Flyers Airpark	-	Small Airport
Fuquay Airport / Angier Field	-	Small Airport
Grays Creek Airport	-	Small Airport
Hall Field	-	Small Airport
Harnett Regional Jetport Airport	-	Small Airport
Hawks Nest Airport	-	Small Airport
Henderson Field	-	Small Airport
Highsmith Airport	-	Small Airport
Hinton Field	-	Small Airport
Kenly Airport	-	Small Airport
Loop Field Ultralight Flightpark	-	Small Airport
Moss Hill Airport	-	Small Airport
Mount Olive Municipal Airport	-	Small Airport
Noles Field	-	Small Airport
Peacock STOLport	-	Small Airport
Phillip R Bunn Airport	-	Small Airport
Pineview Air Airport	-	Small Airport
Pink Hill Airport	-	Small Airport
Pleasant Hill Airport	-	Small Airport

Police Stations in Newton Grove

9 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone
Benson Police Department
Clinton Police Substation
Duplin County Sheriff's Office
Faison Police Department
Four Oaks Police Department
North Carolina State Highway Patrol
Princeton Police Department	503 Doctor Donnie H Jones Jr Boulevard West
Sheriff Department Sub Station
State of North Carolina Highway Patrol

Grocery Stores in Newton Grove

8 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
Acorn Acres Farmstead LLC	Specialty Store	1262 Corbett Hill Rd
DOLLAR GENERAL 4818	Other	359 Main St
Family Dollar 6512	Other	306B Main St
FOOD LION 2595	Supermarket	306 Main St
Minuteman Food Mart 208	Convenience Store	4664 US Highway 13 S
Newton Grove Family Affair 353	Convenience Store	1420 Harnett Dunn Hwy
PM SS 15	Convenience Store	437 Fayetteville St
Sams Circle Mart Corporation	Convenience Store	104 Clinton St

Post Offices in Newton Grove

2 post offices.

Post Office	Address
Bentonsville Beasley Post Office
USPS Newton Grove	208 Fayetteville Street

Treatment Centers in Newton Grove

2 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Carolina Outreach LLC - Smithfield	Both	919-300-4315
Family First Support Center Inc	Substance Abuse	910-592-4507

DOL Wage Violations in Newton Grove

5 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $526,587 in back wages owed to 381 employees.

Violations

$526,587

Back Wages Owed

381

Employees Owed

Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.

Employer	Severity	Parent Company	ZIP	Industry	Cases	Back Wages	Per Employee	Employees
130849 - JOHN HUDSON FARMS, INC. [OSHA]	SIGNIFICANT	-	28366	Tobacco Farming	3	$368,596	$2,131	173
Frym F.Merino & Son Harvesting & Hauling, Inc	-	-	28366	-	1	$87,713	$756	116
CHE, INC	-	-	28366	-	1	$43,242	$1,730	25
Filiberto Perez - H2A LC	-	-	28366	-	1	$26,520	$510	52
Willie Raynor & Sons	-	-	28366	-	2	$516	$34	15

Churches & Religious Organizations in Newton Grove

6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
MISSION OF HOPE OUTREACH MINISTRY	6495 HARPER HOUSE RD
NOTHING BUT THE TRUTH MINISTRY	PO BOX 461
PLEASANT UNION CHRISTIAN CHURCH	PO BOX 1
PLEASANT UNION CHRISTIAN CHURCH	PO BOX 1
STILLWATER MINISTRY INC	1774 REEDY PRONG CHURCH RD
WHITE OAK DISCIPLE CHURCH OF CHRIST	PO BOX 41

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Historic Markers Near Newton Grove

30 historical markers from the Historical Marker Database (HMdb) found near Newton Grove.

Name	Description
Battle of Bentonville	Marker is at the intersection of Harper House Road (U.S. 701) and Harper House Road (County Route 1008), on the left when traveling south on Harper House Road.
Cole Farmhouse	Marker is on Harper House Road, on the right when traveling east.
Confederate Attacks	Marker is on Harper House Road, on the left when traveling east.
Confederate Cemetery	Marker is on Harper House Road east of Mill Creek Church Road, on the left when traveling east.
Confederate Main Charge	Marker is at the intersection of Harper House Road and Battlefield Road, on the left when traveling east on Harper House Road.
Federal Artillery	Marker is on Harper House Road, on the left when traveling east.
Federal Earthworks	Marker is on Mill Creek Church Road, on the right when traveling north.
Fighting Below the Road	Marker is on Harper House Road, on the left when traveling east.
First Union Attack	Marker is on Harper House Road, on the right when traveling east.
Main Confederate Line	Marker is at the intersection of Harper House Road and Bass Road, on the right when traveling east on Harper House Road.
Union Headquarters	Marker is at the intersection of Harper House Road and Newton Grove Road, on the right when traveling east on Harper House Road.
Union Headquarters	Marker is at the intersection of Harper House Road and Buck Dunn Road, on the right when traveling east on Harper House Road.
Union Hospital	Marker is at the intersection of Harper House Road and Buck Dunn Road, on the left when traveling east on Harper House Road.
William Rufus King	Marker is at the intersection of Hobbtown Highway (U.S. 701) and Cedar Point Road (State Highway 1845), on the right when traveling north on Hobbtown Highway.
Bentonville	Marker is on Devils Racetrack Road (Local Route 1009), on the right when traveling north.
Confederate Hospital	Marker is at the intersection of Harper House Road and Buck Dunn Road, on the right when traveling west on Harper House Road.
Confederate Works	Marker is on Devils Racetrack Road (Local Route 1009), on the right when traveling north.
Federal Junction	Marker is on Harper House Road (Local Route 1008), on the right when traveling east.
Hardee’s Charge	Marker is at the intersection of Bentonville Road (Local Route 1197) and Scout Road (Route 1199), on the right when traveling north on Bentonville Road.
Johnston’s Headquarters	Marker is at the intersection of Westbrook Lowgrounds Road (County Route 1197) and Bentonville Road (County Route 1189), on the right when traveling west on Westbrook Lowgrounds Road.
Main Confederate Line	Marker is on Devils Racetrack Road (Local Route 1009), on the right when traveling north.
Main Union Line	Marker is on Devils Racetrack Road (Local Route 1009), on the left when traveling north.
Mill Creek	Marker is on Devils Racetrack Road (Local Route 1009), on the left when traveling north.
Mower’s Attack	Marker is on Scout Road (Local Route 1199), on the right when traveling east.
N.C. Junior Reserves	Marker is on Bass Road (Local Route 1194), on the right when traveling north.
Sherman	Marker is at the intersection of Harper House Road (U.S. 1008) and U.S. 701, on the right when traveling east on Harper House Road.
Union Headquarters	Marker is at the intersection of Bentonville Road (Local Route 1197) and Harper House Road (Route 1008), on the right when traveling north on Bentonville Road.
Union Hospital	Marker is at the intersection of Buck Dunn Road and Newton Grove Road, on the right when traveling south on Buck Dunn Road.
Union Line - March 20	Marker is on Bentonville Road (Local Route 1197), on the right when traveling north.
Union Line - March 21	Marker is on Scout Road (Local Route 1199), on the left when traveling east.

Mines Near Newton Grove

1 mining sites from the Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) found near Newton Grove.

Name	Description
Stone Creek Sand & Gravel	Construction Sand and Gravel - Surface (Abandoned)

Haunted Places Near Newton Grove

1 reported haunted locations found near Newton Grove.

Name	Description
Bentonville Battleground	Gunfire and shouting can be heard on the battleground and around the trenches at night, and there are countless stories of the plantation house being haunted by those who died there - including a little girl who died of tuberculosis and is said to still haunt one of the upstairs rooms.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Newton Grove

What is the population of Newton Grove?

Newton Grove has a population of 574 residents and is located in North Carolina. The population density is 186 people per square mile, spread across 3.1 square miles. The median age of residents is 56.2 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.4% female and 48.6% male.

Is Newton Grove expensive to live in?

Newton Grove is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 94.3 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $68,750, 9% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $155,000 (45% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $969 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Newton Grove?

Newton Grove enjoys a temperate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winter temperatures average 43°F in January, while summers reach an average of 80°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 51.0 inches, with 1.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 43.

How is the job market in Newton Grove?

The job market in Newton Grove is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.4% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,064. There are 5,104 business establishments in the area, including 352 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 30 minutes, and 6.6% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Newton Grove?

The median home value in Newton Grove is $155,000. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $171,653. For renters, the median monthly rent is $969. Fair market rent is $981 for a 1-bedroom and $1,161 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 72.5%. The average annual property tax is $3,488.

How are the schools in Newton Grove?

Schools in Newton Grove score 5.8 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 41.8% of adults in Newton Grove hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 95.0% have completed high school. 16.1% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Newton Grove?

The obesity rate in Newton Grove is 39.2% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 16.5% of adults are smokers. 26.8% are physically inactive. 26.9% of residents report depression. 6.5% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 96.8% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:3,713.

What is transportation like in Newton Grove?

The average commute in Newton Grove is 30 minutes. 89.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 6.6% work from home.

What are the demographics of Newton Grove?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Newton Grove is 92.9% White, 3.3% Black or African American, 2.1% Hispanic or Latino, 1.2% Asian. 96.1% of residents speak only English at home, while 11.9% speak Spanish. 7.1% of the population are military veterans. 16.8% of residents have a disability. 93.5% have health insurance coverage.

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