Newton

Harvey County, Kansas

Population 34K |Median income $74,368 |1 hospital

Population

33,756

Harvey County

Median Income

$74,368

+9% vs avg

Median Home Value

$180,300

-21% vs avg

Median Age

40.5

years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024

Population

34K-3%

Median Income

$74,368+48%

Median Home Value

$180,300+62%

Poverty Rate

8.2%-36%

Unemployment

4.8%-14%

Economics

Median Rent

$900/mo

Poverty Rate

8.2% -42% vs avg

Unemployment 4.8%

Bachelor's Degree+ 30.1%

Work From Home 8.8%

Public Transit 0%

Population

White 83.6%

Two or More Ethnicities 1.6%

African American 1.4%

Asian 1.2%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity

36.5%

High Blood Pressure

35%

Short Sleep Duration

33.7%

Physical Inactivity

28.2%

Binge Drinking

15.6%

Frequent Mental Distress

15.6%

Current Smoking

13.8%

Frequent Physical Distress

12.9%

Diabetes

12.2%

Current Asthma

10%

Preventive Care

Annual Checkup 78.2%

Dental Visit 66.4%

Other Measures

Lack of Health Insurance

9.8%

Coronary Heart Disease

7.2%

Stroke

3.5%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution

★★★★★

★★★★

★★★

★★

★

Average Rating

4/5

Total Hospitals

With ER

NMC HEALTH

NEWTON · Acute Care Hospitals · ER

★★★★☆

Alerts & News — Newton Area 6

Air Quality

Air Quality Alert: Kansas City Reaches Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups Level

EPA · 1d ago

Air Quality

Kansas City Air Quality Alert: PM10 Levels Reach Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups

EPA · 2d ago

Flood Warnings

Flood Alert Issued for River Kennet and Tributaries Across Swindon and West Berkshire

Environment Agency · 2d ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Ashley County, AR and Morehouse Parish, LA

NOAA · 2d ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning for Chicot, Washington, and Bolivar Counties Until 8:45 PM CDT

NOAA · 2d ago

Weather Alerts high

Severe Thunderstorm Warning Issued for Southeast Arkansas and Northwest Mississippi

NOAA · 2d ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Newton, KS? ▼

Newton, KS has a population of 33,756 people, located in Harvey County, Kansas.

What is the median household income in Newton? ▼

The median household income in Newton, KS is $74,368 per year. The poverty rate is 8.2%.

What is the median home value in Newton? ▼

The median home value in Newton, KS is $180,300. Median rent is $900/month.

What are the top health concerns in Newton? ▼

The top health indicators in Newton include Obesity (36.5%), High Blood Pressure (35%), Short Sleep Duration (33.7%). Data from CDC PLACES.

How many hospitals are in Newton? ▼

Newton has 1 hospital with an average rating of 4/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.

What is the median age in Newton? ▼

The median age in Newton, KS is 40.5 years. 30.1% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Newton, KS is located in Harvey County, Kansas. With a population of 34K and a median household income of $74,368, the community faces health challenges including obesity and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of 4/5 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 (Harvey 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.