Total Population
15,842
Population
Growth Rate
0.05%
Median Age
43
Diversity Index
26.000
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
6,779
Total Housing Units
7,342
Owner Occupied
4,517
Renter Occupied
2,262
Vacant
563
Median Home Value
$125,692
Average Home Value
$141,938
Income
Growth Rate
Median
Household Income
0.00%
Per Capita Income
2.23%
Median Household
$53,592 $57,916
Average Household
$69,132 $77,280
Per Capita
$29,966 $33,455
Total Businesses
665
Total Employed
9,749
Workers 16+
7,106
2022 HealthCare/Social Assist
Businesses
69
Employed
2,207
2022 Prof/Scientific/Tech Service
Businesses
55
Employed
1,394
2022 Retail Trade Businesses
Businesses
98
Employed
1,340
2022 Accommodation/Food Service
Businesses
56
Employed
859
2022 Food Service/Drinking Estab
Businesses
47
Employed
790
2022 Educational Services - Businesses
Businesses
22
Employed
769
Some
High School
528
Graduated
High School
4,535
Associates
Degree
1,319
Bachelor's
Degree
1,335
Graduate
Degree
531
Average Commute Time
20 min.
Resident Commuters
4,665
Non-Resident Commuters
2,427
Drive Alone
5,740
Carpooled
608
Public
10
Work At Home
345
There are tax advantages to locating a business in Jasper County!
Interstate 80 runs through the center of Jasper County, Iowa.
Jasper County, Iowa has the available properties businesses need to expand.