Newton, IA
Full City Profile · Iowa · Jasper County County
Newton, IA
At a Glance
How Newton Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Newton's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Newton a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Newton residents earn a median household income of $56,321 , which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $32,781. The unemployment rate stands at 5.5% (53% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 6.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 984 business establishments, including 63 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Newton is $151,600 , 46% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $206,224. Median rent is $828/month, with 29.8% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 87.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1963.
Safety & Crime
Newton reports 384 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 1% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,409/100K.
Education
18.8% of adults in Newton hold a bachelor's degree or higher (44% below the national average). 92.3% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Newton has an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 19°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.1 inches.