Newton, NJ
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Newton, NJ
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 $73,679 , which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $38,866. The unemployment rate stands at 8.0% (122% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 12.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 3,624 business establishments, including 285 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Newton is $282,300 , 0% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $451,557. Median rent is $1,383/month, with 34.7% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 108.8 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1962.
Safety & Crime
Newton reports 146 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 62% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 743/100K.
Education
30.2% of adults in Newton hold a bachelor's degree or higher (10% below the national average). 92.6% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.6/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Newton has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.8 inches.