Newton is a city in Iowa state in USA with a population of 15160 residents.. The poverty rate of Newton is 14%, which is 0% lower than national average. The typical household in Newton earns $48417 a year, compared to the national median of $67,500. Nearly 52.3% of households earn less than $50,000 a year compared to 39% national rate.

A high school education is a basic prerequisite for most jobs, and in Newton, only 93% of adults have a high school diploma, compared to the 87.7% of adults nationwide. The unemployment rate of Newton remained 4.2%, which is 11% lower than national rate. Higher educational attainment can lead to improved job security and reduce the likelihood of financial insecurity. In Newton, only 16% of adults have a bachelor's degree and 33% have some college but no degree.

Cost of living in Newton is 84, which is 16% lower than national average. Median home value in Newton is $123200 , which is 46% lower than national average. While median income in Newton remained $48417, which is 28% lower than national average.