Newtown, MO

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 1/10
directions_bus Transit 1/10
directions_car Commute 9/10
home Housing 10/10
visibility Safety 9/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 6/10
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
Extremely Affordable. The area offers very low housing costs and an overall cost of living that is highly accessible for most budgets.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Moderately Accessible. Access to the airport is reasonable, but it may require some planning or travel time.
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
112 332.4M (US)
Median Age
43.9 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
59.5% 64% (US)
College-Educated
18.4% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$55,000 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
78.6% 88% (US)
Average Commute
18 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
16.1% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$27,200 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$381 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$323 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
36.4% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Sullivan County
2
Missouri
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

Sullivan County
2
Missouri
5
United States
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 1 5 24
Feb 1 5 29
Mar 2 2 40
Apr 4 0 52
May 5 0 62
Jun 5 0 72
Jul 5 0 76
Aug 4 0 75
Sep 4 0 66
Oct 3 0 54
Nov 2 1 41
Dec 2 5 28

Hazards

Excessive Heat Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place is deep red country, with 33% of residents leaning left and 64% leaning right.

Liberal (33%) (64%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 78%
Hillary Clinton 19%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 6, MO State Senate District 12, MO State House District 3, MO
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Schools

Newtown-Harris High
<1 miles, N • 3.2 star
Newtown-Harris Elem
<1 miles, N • 2.8 star
Princeton R-V Elem
13 miles, NW • 2.8 star
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Colleges

North Central Missouri College
25 miles, SW • 1.4 star
Graceland University-Lamoni
35 miles, NW • 1.9 star
Grand River Technical School
42 miles, SW • 1.9 star
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Hospitals

Wright Memorial Hospital
25 miles, SW • 4.1 star
Wayne County Hospital
26 miles, NE • 4.1 star
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Airports

Des Moines International Airport
82 miles, N • 2.3 star
Kansas City International Airport
104 miles, W • 3.7 star
Columbia Regional Airport
123 miles, S • 1 star
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