North Carolina · Metropolitan Area
Newton is a small city in North Carolina with a population of 13,223. Residents earn $56,869 per year, which is 24% below the national average.
Based on current data, Newton receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Newton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Newton is $56,869, 24% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.6%, indicating a healthy job market. 8.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
The median home value in Newton is $169,300, 40% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,016 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
The violent crime rate of 482 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,338 per 100,000, 70% above the national average.
19.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.
Newton enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
| English Only | 82.0% |
| 4% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 18.0% |
| 34% above US avg |
| Median HH Income | $56,869 |
| 24% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $28,925 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,072 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $74,807 |
| Unemployment | 3.6% |
| 0% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 8.4% |
| 32% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 5,206 |
| County GDP | $12,403M |
| Restaurants | 375 |
| Healthcare | 434 |
| Retail | 688 |
| Manufacturing | 358 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $4,232 |
| 21% above US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.50% |
| Commute Time | 21.1 min |
| Work from Home | 6.6% |
| Census Median | $169,300 |
| 40% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $250,510 |
| Median List Price | $259,749 |
| Median List Price | $259,749 |
| $/Sq Ft | $201 |
| Homes Sold | 10 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 94.9% |
| Price Drops | 38.5% |
| Inventory | 39 |
| Census Median Rent | $1,016 |
| 13% below US avg |
| Studio | $932 |
| 1 Bedroom | $981 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,161 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,499 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,780 |
| Owner-Occupied | 69.4% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $4,232 |
| 21% above US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.50% |
| Obesity | 38.5% |
| 20% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 10.7% |
| Heart Disease | 5.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.6% |
| Asthma | 10.9% |
| COPD | 6.8% |
| Stroke | 3.2% |
| Binge Drinking | 16.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.7% |
| Depression | 26.3% |
| Mental Distress | 18.3% |
| Physical Distress | 12.9% |
| Insurance Rate | 89.5% |
| Checkup Rate | 76.6% |
| Premature Death | 11,084/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 61.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 434 |
| Total Violent | 482.3/100K |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Murder | 15.3/100K |
| 143% above US avg | |
| Rape | 38.3/100K |
| Robbery | 61.3/100K |
| Assault | 367.5/100K |
| Total Property | 3,337.9/100K |
| 70% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 849.8/100K |
| Theft | 2,426.9/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 61.3/100K |
| Arson | 30.6/100K |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 31 |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 60.2°F |
| 11% above US avg | |
| January Average | 41°F (5°C) |
| July Average | 79°F (26°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 46.6 inches |
| 23% above US avg |
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 948 ft (289 m) |
| Area | 13.8 sq mi (35.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 958/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.6622°N, 81.2323°W |
| County FIPS | 37035 |
Winner: Republican by 38 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 19.3% |
| 43% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 87.1% |
| School Test Score | 5.46 |
| RUCC Code 2 | Metro — 250K–1M |
| Population Density | 958/sq mi |
| Total Area | 13.8 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 1 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 2 |
| Public Libraries | 10 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 434 |
| Restaurants | 375 |
| Retail Stores | 688 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 31 |
| Avg Commute | 21.1 min |
| Work from Home | 6.6% |