Newton, NJ Community

4 discussions from residents and visitors

Dominic R. Apr 6, 2026

Is Newton getting better or worse?

Alright, We're a young couple and It's a a small town city with about 8,336 people. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. What do you all think? It's not perfect, but the community is solid.

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Dominic R. Apr 19, 2025

Moving to Newton -what should I know?

Longtime lurker here, I'm a remote worker and With a population of 8,336, Newton is a small town. Rent is about $1,383/month for a decent place. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Looking forward to hearing from you all.

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Dominic R. Apr 9, 2025

Is Newton a good place to live?

OK so I'm retired and Rent is about $1,383/month for a decent place. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. The suburbs are where most families end up.

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Alexander Campbell Feb 24, 2025

Honest thoughts on life in Newton

Hey everyone, I grew up here but left for a while. Homes are going for about $282,300 on average. Average temperature is around 50--F, so expect cold winters. The suburbs are where most families end up. Would love some local perspective. Thanks for reading. Public transit needs a lot of work honestl...

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