Newton, IL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 2/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 8/10
home Housing 9/10
visibility Safety 10/10
local_library Schools 4/10
local_airport Airports 3/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 5/10
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
Convenient Commutes. Commutes are manageable, with reasonable travel times and access to reliable 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
Secure and Stable. The area has very low levels of violent and property crime, offering a highly secure environment for residents.
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
2,852 332.4M (US)
Median Age
44.1 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
62.7% 64% (US)
College-Educated
18.5% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$58,564 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
87.7% 88% (US)
Average Commute
22 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
6.3% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$98,900 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$534 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$494 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
64.9% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Jasper County
1
Illinois
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

Jasper County
1
Illinois
4
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 4 29
Feb 2 2 33
Mar 4 1 43
Apr 4 0 54
May 5 0 64
Jun 4 0 73
Jul 4 0 76
Aug 2 0 74
Sep 2 0 67
Oct 4 0 56
Nov 4 0 44
Dec 2 3 32

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 32% of residents leaning left and 64% leaning right.

Liberal (32%) (65%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 77%
Hillary Clinton 19%
Other 4%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 12, IL State Senate District 51, IL State House District 102, IL
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Schools

Newton Elem School
<1 miles, SE • 1.9 star
Jasper Co Jr High
<1 miles, SE • 1.4 star
Newton Comm High School
<1 miles, NW • 2.8 star
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Colleges

Olney Central College
18 miles, S • 1.4 star
Lincoln Trail College
26 miles, E • 1.4 star
Lake Land College
32 miles, N • 1.4 star
Eastern Illinois University
34 miles, N • 2.3 star
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Hospitals

Richland Memorial Hospital
18 miles, S • 3.2 star
Crawford Memorial Hospital
22 miles, E • 4.1 star
St Anthonys Memorial Hospital
23 miles, NW • 3.2 star
Clay County Hospital
27 miles, SW • 2.3 star
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Airports

Evansville Regional Airport
74 miles, S • 1.4 star
Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport
100 miles, NW • 1 star
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