Newtown, IN

Indiana

Newtown is a small town in Indiana with a population of 250. Residents earn $51,875 per year, which is 31% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
250 Population 500/sq mi density
$51,875 Median Income $28,668 per capita
$84,300 Home Value
$1,302 Median Rent 36.0% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$51,875 median income, 9.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$84,300 home value, $1,302/mo rent
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,875
31% lower than US avg
Home Value $84,300
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.6%
63% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,302
12% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.4%
35% higher than US avg
Unemployment 9.7%
169% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.0%
68% lower than US avg

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

People

Population250
Median Age37.0 yrs
Density500/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans9.5%

Economy

C+
Median Income$51,875
Per Capita$28,668
Unemployment9.7%
Poverty4.0%
County GDP$638M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$84,300
Rent$1,302
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden36.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity43.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.0%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain40.1 in/yr
Elevation705 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.6%
High School+89.7%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 19%
Commute26 min
Broadband99.0%
Libraries4

Is Newtown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Newtown receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Newtown offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Newtown is $51,875, 31% below the national average of $75,149. At 9.7%, unemployment is notably high. Only 4.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Newtown is $84,300, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,302 per month. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Newtown experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.1 inches, including 23.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Newtown has a population of 250 with a density of 500 people per square mile. The median age is 37.0 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.2%), with 1.6% Hispanic, 1.2% Black.

Population

250
Total Population
500
People / sq mi
37.0yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Newtown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.7%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.3%
75% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Newtown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Newtown is $51,875, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 4.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Newtown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,875
31% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,668
Avg Weekly Wage$891
IRS Avg AGI$63,277

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.7%
169% above US avg
Poverty Rate4.0%
68% below US avg
Establishments (County)370
County GDP$638M

Business (County)

Restaurants31
Healthcare22
Retail62
Manufacturing24

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,500
29% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.97%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.8 min
Drive Alone79.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Newtown is $84,300, 70% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,302 (12% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$84,300
70% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,302
12% above US avg
Rent Burden36.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$816
1 Bedroom$882
2 Bedrooms$1,096
3 Bedrooms$1,391
4 Bedrooms$1,590

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied77.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,500
29% below US avg
Effective Rate2.97%
In Newtown, 43.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.0% report depression. 28.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Newtown vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.4%
35% above US avg
Diabetes12.1%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure36.0%
Asthma12.8%
COPD9.7%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.7%
Physical Inactivity28.7%
Depression29.0%
Mental Distress21.8%
Physical Distress16.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate77.0%
Checkup Rate76.4%
Premature Death10,687/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access51.7%
Healthcare Facilities22

Crime Rates: Newtown vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Newtown has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.8°F
6% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.1 inches
5% above US avg
Snowfall23.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation705 ft (215 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density500/sq mi
Coordinates40.2045°N, 87.1483°W
County FIPS18045
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 12.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (63% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 60-point margin. 99.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.1%
D 19.1%

Winner: Republican by 60 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.6%
63% below US avg
High School+89.7%
School Test Score6.01
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density500/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access99.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities22
Restaurants31
Retail Stores62

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.8 min
Drive Alone79.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.2%

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