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Newtown, MO

Missouri

Newtown is a small town in Missouri with a population of 112. Residents earn $55,000 per year, which is 27% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
112 Population 448/sq mi density
$55,000 Median Income $23,438 per capita
$27,200 Home Value $248,290 Zillow
$1,057 Median Rent 30.0% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 264 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$55,000 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$27,200 home value, $1,057/mo rent
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,000
27% lower than US avg
Home Value $27,200
90% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.4%
45% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,057
9% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.4%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.0%
3% lower than US avg

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

People

Population112
Median Age43.9 yrs
Density448/mi²
Male / Female46% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans76.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$55,000
Per Capita$23,438
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty12.0%
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$27,200
Rent$1,057
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$248,290
Housing Units107
Rent Burden30.0%

Health

Obesity37.4%
Uninsured10.6%
Smoking17.1%
Depression25.3%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain39.5 in/yr
Sunny Days264/yr
Elevation945 ft (288 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.4%
High School+96.1%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.51

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute16 min
Broadband42.0%

Is Newtown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Newtown receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. 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 $55,000, 27% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 12.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Newtown is $27,200, 90% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,057 per month. At just 0.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

18.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.

Climate & Weather

Newtown experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 264 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Newtown has a population of 112 with a density of 448 people per square mile. The median age is 43.9 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92%), with 2.7% Hispanic.

Population

112
Total Population
448
People / sq mi
43.9yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.5%
Female 54.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Newtown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.0%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.0%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Newtown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Newtown is $55,000, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Newtown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,000
27% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,438

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.0%
3% below US avg

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Cost of Living90.80 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time15.5 min
Drive Alone73.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Newtown is $27,200, 90% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,057 (9% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $248,290.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$27,200
90% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$248,290

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,057
9% below US avg
Rent Burden30.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$732
1 Bedroom$775
2 Bedrooms$970
3 Bedrooms$1,265
4 Bedrooms$1,457

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied85.7%
Housing Units107
Median Year Built1953

Property Tax

In Newtown, 37.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.6% of residents lack health insurance. 17.1% are current smokers. 25.3% report depression. 27.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.4%
17% above US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure32.0%
Asthma10.4%
COPD7.0%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.1%
22% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.1%
Physical Inactivity27.7%
Depression25.3%
Mental Distress18.6%
Physical Distress13.9%
Short Sleep39.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.7%
Uninsured10.6%
23% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.0%
Dental Visits59.3%

Food & Exercise

Newtown has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.5 inches. The area enjoys 264 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average51.0°F
6% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days264 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.5 inches
4% above US avg
Snowfall5.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation945 ft (288 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density448/sq mi
Coordinates40.3765°N, 93.3350°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
18.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (45% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.2-point margin. 42.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.6%
D 22.4%

Winner: Republican by 54.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.4%
45% below US avg
High School+96.1%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.51
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

Population Density448/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access42.0%

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute15.5 min
Drive Alone73.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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