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Newtown, SC
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Newtown, SC
At a Glance
How Newtown Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Newtown's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Newtown a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Newtown residents earn a median household income of $33,214 , which is 56% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $18,343. The unemployment rate stands at 8.9% (147% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 31.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 531 business establishments, including 60 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Newtown is $69,300 , 75% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $127,345. Median rent is $960/month, with 46.0% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 93.7 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1980.
Safety & Crime
Newtown reports 1,409 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 271% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 10,328/100K.
Education
27.4% of adults in Newtown hold a bachelor's degree or higher (19% below the national average). 80.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 4.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Newtown has an average annual temperature of 63°F (17°C). Winters average 44°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. The area gets 310 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 48.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.