What are the schools like in Newton, GA?

Newton is served primarily by Baker County. The district operates 1 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 9.9:1.

What is the median household income in Newton?

The median household income in Newton, GA is $31,406 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 2.7%.

What is the weather like in Newton, GA?

Newton has an average high temperature of 60.8°F in January and 91.5°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 52.9 inches.

Newton, GA Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Newton, GA affordable or expensive?

Newton's cost of living index is 86, where 100 represents the national average. This means Newton is 14% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $90,900 and the median rent is $427 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Newton, GA?

Crime rate data for Newton is not currently available from the FBI's reported data.

Is Newton, GA a Good Place to Live?

Newton is a small town of 504 in Georgia, with a median household income of $31,406 and a 2.7% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 86 (US average = 100), which is 14% below the national average.

Strengths: Newton stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, solid school ratings (B), short average commutes.

Trade-offs: No major red flags stand out in the available data. Whether Newton is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Newton city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 85.6

Newton's overall cost of living index is 85.6, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Newton costs roughly 14% less than the average American city.

Metric	Newton, GA	National Avg
Median Home Value	$90,900	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$427	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	67.0%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$31,406	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Crime data for Newton is not currently available from the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting program. Not all local agencies report to the UCR each year.

Schools & Education

Newton is served primarily by Baker County. The student-to-teacher ratio is 9.9:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Newton, GA	National Avg
School District	Baker County	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	9.9:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	15.7%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	82.3%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Newton sees average highs of 60.8°F in January and 91.5°F in July, with 52.9 inches of annual precipitation .

Metric	Newton, GA
Average High — January	60.8°F
Average High — July	91.5°F
Annual Precipitation	52.9"
Annual Snowfall	Trace / None

Demographics

Metric	Newton, GA	National Avg
Population	504	—
Median Age	41.0	38.9
Unemployment Rate	2.7%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	17.3 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	58.5%	59.3%
Black or African American	38.9%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.0%	18.9%
Asian	1.4%	6.3%
Under 18	27.2%	22.2%
65 and over	24.6%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Camilla, GA 10 mi Baconton, GA 12 mi Leary, GA 15 mi Pelham, GA 17 mi Putney, GA 18 mi

ZIP Codes in Newton

Newton, GA is covered by 1 ZIP code:

39870

Newton vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Newton, GA affordable or expensive?

Newton's cost of living index is 86, where 100 is the national average. That makes Newton roughly 14% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $90,900 and median rent is $427/month.

What is the crime rate in Newton, GA?

Crime data for Newton is not available in the current FBI UCR reporting year. Not all jurisdictions submit data annually.

What are the schools like in Newton?

Public schools in Newton are operated by Baker County. The district has 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 9.9:1. 15.7% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Newton, GA a good place to live?

Newton, GA has a population of 504, a median household income of $31,406, and an unemployment rate of 2.7%. It offers below-average costs of living, which stretches take-home pay further than in most American cities. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Newton?

Newton averages 60.8°F in January and 91.5°F in July. Annual rainfall is 52.9 inches . Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Newton?

Newton, GA is covered by 1 ZIP code: 39870.

What is the population of Newton?

The population of Newton, Georgia is 504 with a median age of 41.0. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Newton?

Key numbers for living in Newton: cost of living index 86 (100 = US average), median home $90,900, median household income $31,406, schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Newton side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.