What are the schools like in Newton, MS?

Newton is served primarily by NEWTON MUNICIPAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. The district operates 1 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 2 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 12.3:1.

What is the median household income in Newton?

The median household income in Newton, MS is $36,250 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 6.4%.

What is the weather like in Newton, MS?

Newton has an average high temperature of 58.1°F in January and 93.2°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 58.5 inches and annual snowfall averages 0.4 inches.

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

Q: Is Newton, MS affordable or expensive?

Newton's cost of living index is 85, where 100 represents the national average. This means Newton is 15% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $81,600 and the median rent is $544 per month.

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

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

Is Newton, MS a Good Place to Live?

Newton is a small town of 3,191 in Mississippi, with a median household income of $36,250 and a 6.4% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 85 (US average = 100), which is 15% 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: Potential downsides include an elevated unemployment rate. 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: 84.9

Newton's overall cost of living index is 84.9, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Newton costs roughly 15% less than the average American city.

Metric	Newton, MS	National Avg
Median Home Value	$81,600	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$544	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	53.5%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$36,250	$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 NEWTON MUNICIPAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.3:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Newton, MS	National Avg
School District	NEWTON MUNICIPAL SCHOOL DISTRICT	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	2	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	12.3:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	11.7%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	83.3%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Newton sees average highs of 58.1°F in January and 93.2°F in July, with 58.5 inches of annual precipitation and 0.4 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Newton, MS
Average High — January	58.1°F
Average High — July	93.2°F
Annual Precipitation	58.5"
Annual Snowfall	0.4"

Demographics

Metric	Newton, MS	National Avg
Population	3,191	—
Median Age	40.9	38.9
Unemployment Rate	6.4%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	24.1 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	26.1%	59.3%
Black or African American	71.1%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.8%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	19.8%	22.2%
65 and over	16.5%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Hickory, MS 7 mi Decatur, MS 7 mi Lake, MS 10 mi Conehatta, MS 12 mi Chunky, MS 13 mi

ZIP Codes in Newton

Newton, MS is covered by 1 ZIP code:

39345

Newton vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Newton, MS affordable or expensive?

Newton's cost of living index is 85, where 100 is the national average. That makes Newton roughly 15% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $81,600 and median rent is $544/month.

What is the crime rate in Newton, MS?

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 NEWTON MUNICIPAL SCHOOL DISTRICT. The district has 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 2 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.3:1. 11.7% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Newton, MS a good place to live?

Newton, MS has a population of 3,191, a median household income of $36,250, and an unemployment rate of 6.4%. 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 58.1°F in January and 93.2°F in July. Annual rainfall is 58.5 inches with about 0.4 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Newton?

Newton, MS is covered by 1 ZIP code: 39345.

What is the population of Newton?

The population of Newton, Mississippi is 3,191 with a median age of 40.9. 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 85 (100 = US average), median home $81,600, median household income $36,250, 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.