Newton County, TX

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 4/10
home Housing 8/10
visibility Safety 7/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 1/10
accessibility Hospitals 4/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Lengthy Commutes. Commutes are often time-consuming due to distance, congestion, or limited transportation options.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Relatively Affordable. Housing and rent are moderately priced, and the overall cost of living is manageable for the average household.
visibility Safety
Moderately Safe. The area experiences moderate crime levels; while safe in many aspects, some caution may be necessary.
local_airport Airports
Remote. Airport access is highly inconvenient or impractical, requiring extensive travel arrangements.
accessibility Hospitals
Limited Access. Few healthcare facilities are nearby, and travel may be necessary for specialized or higher-quality care.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
12,193 332.4M (US)
Median Age
45.8 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
68.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
6.2% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$41,044 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
76.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
40 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$83,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$389 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$564 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
61.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Texas
4
United States
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Texas
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 5 0 49
Feb 4 0 52
Mar 4 0 59
Apr 4 0 66
May 5 0 74
Jun 6 0 79
Jul 4 0 82
Aug 4 0 82
Sep 4 0 77
Oct 5 0 67
Nov 5 0 58
Dec 6 0 50

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 32% of residents leaning left and 65% leaning right.

Liberal (32%) (66%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 79%
Hillary Clinton 20%
Other 1%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 36, TX State Senate District 3, TX State House District 11, TX
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Schools

Newton Middle
2 miles, N • 1.9 star
Newton Hs
3 miles, N • 2.3 star
Newton El
4 miles, N • 2.3 star
Merryville High School
12 miles, SE • 4.1 star

Colleges

Academy of Hair Design-Jasper
18 miles, NW • 1 star
Lamar State College-Orange
48 miles, S • 1.4 star

Hospitals

Christus Jasper Memorial Hospital
18 miles, NW • 4.1 star
Beauregard Memorial Hospital
27 miles, E • 3.2 star

Airports

Lake Charles Regional Airport
55 miles, S • 1 star
Jack Brooks Regional Airport
60 miles, SW • 1 star
Alexandria International Airport
80 miles, E • 1 star