Total Population
15,848
Population
Growth Rate
0.00%
Median Age
43
Diversity Index
27.500
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.
Households
6,796
Total Housing Units
7,350
Owner Occupied
4,585
Renter Occupied
2,211
Vacant
554
Median Home Value
$125,470
Average Home Value
$155,185
Income
Growth Rate
Median
Household Income
0.00%
Per Capita Income
2.52%
Median Household
$51,798 $55,222
Average Household
$71,035 $80,223
Per Capita
$30,847 $34,940
Total Businesses
630
Total Employed
9,796
Workers 16+
6,995
2023 HealthCare/Social Assist
Businesses
64
Employed
2,242
2023 Prof/Scientific/Tech Service
Businesses
51
Employed
1,411
2023 Retail Trade Businesses
Businesses
87
Employed
1,320
2023 Accommodation/Food Service
Businesses
51
Employed
827
2023 Educational Services - Businesses
Businesses
22
Employed
809
2023 Food Service/Drinking Estab
Businesses
41
Employed
738
Some
High School
477
Graduated
High School
4,303
Associates
Degree
1,706
Bachelor's
Degree
1,260
Graduate
Degree
657
Average Commute Time
0 min.
Resident Commuters
4,743
Non-Resident Commuters
2,206
Drive Alone
5,559
Carpooled
529
Public
2
Work At Home
432
Interstate 80 runs through the center of Jasper County, Iowa.
There are tax advantages to locating a business in Jasper County!
Jasper County, Iowa has the available properties businesses need to expand.