Newton is a city in Kansas with about 18,443 residents. Newton was founded in 1871 and sits in Harvey County. The median age is 39.9 and the median household income is $67,015. Homes carry a median value of $151,800, and about 67% of residents own where they live. White residents make up the largest share of the population (73.9%). Around 30% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and the typical commute runs about 21 minutes.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (5-year).
Natural resources, construction & maintenance10.8%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (5-year).
Housing
Property report
Median home value
$151,800
Median gross rent
$903/mo
Owner-occupied
67.4%
Median year built
1965
Households
7,502
Avg. household size
2.4
Area-level figures. Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS (5-year). Parcel-level records coming next.
Education
Schools
Schools: Below average
Newton has 8 public schools — 4 elementary, 2 middle, 2 high.
Student proficiency · grade 8, 1 school
Reading17%
Math12%
% of students at or above proficient on state assessments.
Newton Sr HighHighGrades 9–12
Opportunity AcademyHighGrades 7–12
Chisholm Middle SchoolMiddleGrades 7–8
Santa Fe 5/6 CenterMiddleGrades 5–6
Northridge ElementaryElementaryGrades -1–4
Slate Creek ElementaryElementary
South Breeze ElementaryElementaryGrades -1–4
Sunset ElementaryElementary
Public schools + grade-8 proficiency. Source: U.S. Dept. of Education (NCES directory + EDFacts assessments), via Urban Institute.
Safety
Crime
violent crime91% above national
Newton738
Kansas436
United States386
↑ 48% higher than 2019
2019–2023
property crime3% above national
Newton2,005
Kansas2,084
United States1,952
↓ 11% lower than 2019
2019–2023
Rate per 100,000 residents/year, Newton Police Department, 2023. Source: FBI UCR/NIBRS (Crime Data Explorer).
Environment
Environmental hazards
Toxic-release sites and regulated facilities in and around Newton.
Data source being added: U.S. EPA — Toxics Release Inventory (public). We show real, sourced figures only — never estimates.
Risk
Natural disaster risk
Very Low
Top hazards · Harvey County
HailRelatively Moderate
Ice stormRelatively Moderate
TornadoRelatively Moderate
Winter weatherRelatively Moderate
Cold waveRelatively Low
DroughtRelatively Low
County-level natural-hazard risk. Source: FEMA National Risk Index.
Context
Neighborhood info
Newton is in Harvey County — see county-wide risk, demographics, and registry.
Newton was founded in 1871 and sits in Harvey County. Elevation ~441 m.
Map of Newton
Newton, KS
Where Newton is
Historic places
13 on the National Register of Historic Places.
Mennonite Settler StatueSanta Fe DepotCarnegie LibraryNeal, Jairus, HouseOld Railroad Savings and Loan BuildingWarkentin HouseWarkentin MillBrown, Samuel A., House
Source: Dru Sjodin National Sex Offender Public Website (NSOPW) and state registries. Public record. This information is provided for public awareness. Using it to harass, threaten, or discriminate against any registrant, or for any purpose prohibited by law, is illegal. Verify against the official registry record before relying on it.
Common questions
Newton — frequently asked
What is the population of Newton, Kansas?
Newton has a population of about 18,443, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (5-year).
What is the average home value in Newton?
The median home value in Newton is $151,800, and the median gross rent is $903/month (U.S. Census ACS).
Is Newton safe? What is the crime rate?
Newton Police Department reported a violent-crime rate of about 738 per 100,000 residents in 2023 — higher than the U.S. rate of 386. Source: FBI UCR/NIBRS.
What natural-disaster risks does Newton face?
FEMA's National Risk Index rates Harvey County as "Very Low" overall, with top hazards including hail, ice storm, tornado.
How many schools are in Newton?
Newton has 8 public schools (4 elementary, 2 middle, 2 high). Source: U.S. Dept. of Education, NCES.
How many registered sex offenders are in Newton?
Public registry data lists 7 registered sex offenders in or near Newton. This is neighborhood-safety information from the public state registry.