What are the schools like in Newton, TX?

Newton is served primarily by NEWTON ISD. The district operates 1 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 10.3:1.

What is the median household income in Newton?

The median household income in Newton, TX is $41,413 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 9.7%.

What is the weather like in Newton, TX?

Newton has an average high temperature of 59.3°F in January and 93.9°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 56.8 inches.

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

Q: Is Newton, TX affordable or expensive?

Newton's cost of living index is 90, where 100 represents the national average. This means Newton is 10% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $100,200 and the median rent is $861 per month.

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

Newton has a violent crime rate of 257.9 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 1289.5 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Newton, TX a Good Place to Live?

Newton is a small town of 2,246 in Texas, with a median household income of $41,413 and a 9.7% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 90 (US average = 100), which is 10% below the national average.

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

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include longer commutes, 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: 90.4

Newton's overall cost of living index is 90.4, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Newton costs roughly 10% less than the average American city.

Metric	Newton, TX	National Avg
Median Home Value	$100,200	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$861	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	59.9%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$41,413	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Safer than Average

Newton's violent crime rate is 257.9 per 100,000 residents — 32% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

257.9 /100k

Property Crime

1289.5 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Newton is served primarily by NEWTON ISD. The student-to-teacher ratio is 10.3:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Newton, TX	National Avg
School District	NEWTON ISD	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	10.3:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	10.1%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	87.4%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Newton sees average highs of 59.3°F in January and 93.9°F in July, with 56.8 inches of annual precipitation .

Metric	Newton, TX
Average High — January	59.3°F
Average High — July	93.9°F
Annual Precipitation	56.8"
Annual Snowfall	Trace / None

Demographics

Metric	Newton, TX	National Avg
Population	2,246	—
Median Age	36.7	38.9
Unemployment Rate	9.7%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	44.7 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	73.9%	59.3%
Black or African American	20.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	1.6%	18.9%
Asian	0.1%	6.3%
Under 18	26.2%	22.2%
65 and over	16.4%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Newton

Newton, TX is covered by 1 ZIP code:

75966

Newton vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Newton, TX affordable or expensive?

Newton's cost of living index is 90, where 100 is the national average. That makes Newton roughly 10% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $100,200 and median rent is $861/month.

What is the crime rate in Newton, TX?

Newton's violent crime rate is 257.9 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 1289.5 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Newton?

Public schools in Newton are operated by NEWTON ISD. The district has 1 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 10.3:1. 10.1% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Newton, TX a good place to live?

Newton, TX has a population of 2,246, a median household income of $41,413, and an unemployment rate of 9.7%. 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 59.3°F in January and 93.9°F in July. Annual rainfall is 56.8 inches . Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Newton?

Newton, TX is covered by 1 ZIP code: 75966.

What is the population of Newton?

The population of Newton, Texas is 2,246 with a median age of 36.7. 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 90 (100 = US average), median home $100,200, median household income $41,413, crime index 65 (100 = US average, lower is safer), 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.