CITY · 1990 CENSUS
Newton
Iowa · 14,781 residents · 11.255 sq mi
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The short version
Newton has roughly average household income, with a median household income of $28,381. Population has declined 5% since 2000. Median home value is $45,900.
At a glance
Lower income
below the US median
US median: $30,130
Older
median age 37.2
US median: 33.0
Less educated
16% hold a bachelor's degree
US average: 20%
More affordable
home values down 23%, inflation adjusted
US median home: $93,722
Section 01
Population & growth
Population, 1990 – 2024
202416K
Section 02
Income & economy
$28,381
−7%inflation adjusted, since 2000
vs $40,345 in 2000
US average: $30,130
1990 – 2024
Section 03
Housing
$45,900
−23%inflation adjusted, since 2000
vs $79,000 in 2000
US average: $93,722
1990 – 2024
RELATED:See current rent listings in Newton on RentDataNow
Section 04
Race & ethnicity
2000
White, non-Hispanic96.8%(15,078)
Black0.4%(61)
Hispanic / Latino1.2%(188)
Asian0.6%(92)
Other0%
Diversity Score5.4%(848)
1990
White, non-Hispanic98%(14,492)
Black0.7%(99)
Hispanic / Latino0.6%(85)
Asian0.9%(137)
Other0.4%(53)
Diversity Score6.2%(915)
Section 05
Education
High school or higher
79.0%
−8.0 ptsvs 2000
vs 87.0% in 2000
US average: 75.2%
Section 06
Commute & transportation
Section 07
Work & employment
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Section 08
People & community
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Frequently asked
How many people live in Newton, Iowa?
Newton, Iowa has about 14,781 residents according to the 1990 Census.
What is the median household income in Newton, Iowa?
The typical household in Newton, Iowa earns about $28,381 a year. Half of households make more than that, and half make less.
Is Newton, Iowa expensive?
In Newton, Iowa, the median home is worth about $45,900, and the typical rent is about $300 a month.
How educated are people in Newton, Iowa?
About 15.6% of adults age 25 and over in Newton, Iowa hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the poverty rate in Newton, Iowa?
About 7.5% of people in Newton, Iowa live below the federal poverty line.
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