Total Population
15,996
Population
Growth Rate
0.29%
Median Age
42
Diversity Index
26.800
Whether you’re raising a family, starting a business or building a home, Newton has many great amenities — excellent schools, unique entertainment, beautiful art displays, and parks. Established in 1846 and incorporated as a city in 1857, Newton is the county seat of Jasper County and the largest city in the county.
Newton focuses on providing a safe community with a high quality of life, engaged residents, and a strong business community. Located 30 minutes east of downtown Des Moines, Newton provides a convenient location for those who want the charm of small town living and the employment and entertainment options of a metro area.
Total Population
15,996
Population
Growth Rate
0.29%
Median Age
42
Diversity Index
26.800
Households
6,741
Total Housing Units
7,323
Owner Occupied
4,343
Renter Occupied
2,398
Vacant
582
Median Home Value
$157,757
Average Home Value
$192,332
Income
Growth Rate
Median
Household Income
0.00%
Per Capita Income
1.84%
Median Household
$54,647 $59,203
Average Household
$72,455 $79,857
Per Capita
$30,737 $33,668
Total Businesses
658
Total Employed
8,939
Workers 16+
7,378
2025 HealthCare / Social Assistance
Businesses
69
Employed
1,879
2025 Retail Trade Businesses
Businesses
89
Employed
1,574
2025 Manufacturing Businesses
Businesses
22
Employed
1,003
2025 Accommodation / Food Service
Businesses
56
Employed
832
2025 Food Service / Drinking Est.
Businesses
46
Employed
746
2025 Educational Services - Businesses
Businesses
19
Employed
654
Some
High School
530
Graduated
High School
4,077
Associates
Degree
1,682
Bachelor's
Degree
1,302
Graduate
Degree
863
Average Commute Time
22 min.
Resident Commuters
4,928
Non-Resident Commuters
2,402
Drive Alone
5,782
Carpooled
664
Public
0
Work At Home
544
Interstate 80 runs through the center of Jasper County, Iowa.
Jasper County, Iowa has the available properties businesses need to expand.
There are tax advantages to locating a business in Jasper County!