Newton

Jasper County, Iowa

Population 38K |Median income $71,311 |1 hospital

Population

37,954

Jasper County

Median Income

$71,311

+5% vs avg

Median Home Value

$186,300

-18% vs avg

Median Age

41.3

years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024

Population

38K+3%

Median Income

$71,311+41%

Median Home Value

$186,300+65%

Poverty Rate

8.3%-30%

Unemployment

5.7%+2%

Economics

Median Rent

$836/mo

Poverty Rate

8.3% -42% vs avg

Unemployment 5.7%

Bachelor's Degree+ 20%

Work From Home 10.6%

Public Transit 0%

Population

White 91.7%

Two or More Ethnicities 3%

African American 1.5%

Asian 0.7%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity

38.3%

High Blood Pressure

36.8%

Short Sleep Duration

30.9%

Physical Inactivity

25.6%

Binge Drinking

19.7%

Current Smoking

16.5%

Frequent Mental Distress

16.5%

Frequent Physical Distress

13.4%

Diabetes

11.9%

Current Asthma

10%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 78.3%

Dental Visit 68%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance

7.2%

Coronary Heart Disease

7.1%

Stroke

3.6%

Alerts & News — Newton Area 6

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Central Virginia and North Central North Carolina

NOAA · 28m ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Parts of East Central Georgia and Central South Carolina

NOAA · 29m ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Jenkins, Screven, and Allendale Counties Through 10:00 AM

NOAA · 35m ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for East Central Georgia and Central South Carolina

NOAA · 35m ago

Weather Warnings high

Severe Tropical Cyclone Narelle Threatens Eastern Top End with Category 3 Winds

BOM · 1h ago

Weather Warnings

Coastal Hazard Warning Issued for Carpentaria District Due to Abnormally High Tides

BOM · 1h ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Newton, IA? ▼

Newton, IA has a population of 37,954 people, located in Jasper County, Iowa.

What is the median household income in Newton? ▼

The median household income in Newton, IA is $71,311 per year. The poverty rate is 8.3%.

What is the median home value in Newton? ▼

The median home value in Newton, IA is $186,300. Median rent is $836/month.

What are the top health concerns in Newton? ▼

The top health indicators in Newton include Obesity (38.3%), High Blood Pressure (36.8%), Short Sleep Duration (30.9%). Data from CDC PLACES.

How many hospitals are in Newton? ▼

Newton has 1 hospital with an average rating of null/5 stars. 0 have emergency departments.

What is the median age in Newton? ▼

The median age in Newton, IA is 41.3 years. 20% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Newton, IA is located in Jasper County, Iowa. With a population of 38K and a median household income of $71,311, the community faces health challenges including obesity and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of null/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Newton area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Jasper County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.