Total Population
15,937
Population
Growth Rate
0.10%
Median Age
42
Diversity Index
26.500
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.
Total Population
15,937
Population
Growth Rate
0.10%
Median Age
42
Diversity Index
26.500
Households
6,823
Total Housing Units
7,366
Owner Occupied
4,438
Renter Occupied
2,385
Vacant
543
Median Home Value
$148,753
Average Home Value
$185,788
Income
Growth Rate
Median
Household Income
0.00%
Per Capita Income
2.71%
Median Household
$54,552 $59,599
Average Household
$73,896 $84,602
Per Capita
$31,991 $36,576
Total Businesses
643
Total Employed
8,919
Workers 16+
7,109
2024 HealthCare / Social Assistance
Businesses
66
Employed
1,744
2024 Retail Trade Businesses
Businesses
85
Employed
1,358
2024 Manufacturing Businesses
Businesses
22
Employed
998
2024 Educational Services - Businesses
Businesses
21
Employed
940
2024 Accommodation / Food Service
Businesses
53
Employed
884
2024 Food Service / Drinking Est.
Businesses
43
Employed
795
Some
High School
484
Graduated
High School
4,262
Associates
Degree
1,510
Bachelor's
Degree
1,411
Graduate
Degree
841
Average Commute Time
0 min.
Resident Commuters
4,845
Non-Resident Commuters
2,210
Drive Alone
5,601
Carpooled
529
Public
3
Work At Home
529
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.