Newton, KS

Newton, Kansas

Introduction to Newton, Kansas

Newton, Kansas, in Harvey county, is located 24 miles N of Wichita, Kansas. The city is in the Wichita area. There are 17,190 residents in Newton.

Newton History

The city of Newton is the county seat of Harvey County, and located in the metro area of Wichita. The city was named after Newton, Massachusetts and was incorporated in the year 1872. It is also known as the "bloody and lawless — the wickedest city in the west" due to the Gunfight of 1871 at Hide Park. The city was the Middle Division Dispatching Headquarters for the "Santa Fe" Railroad till the middle of the year 1980. In 1995, the Santa Fe combined with the Burlington Northern Railroad to become the largest railroads of the country.

Newton and nearby Attractions

• Cheney State Park
• Fox Ridge Golf Course
• Rolling Hills County Club
• Wichita Greyhound Park
• Mennonite Heritage Museum

Things To Do In Newton

One can enjoy the beautiful atmosphere of the Cheney State Park, which offers facilities for sailing, fishing and camping. To be a part of the festivities of Newton, travelers can visit the city during the months of April and June and enjoy the Apple Blossom Festival and Chisholm Trail Festival. The Fox Ridge Golf Course is spread across a wide area of rolling green meadows and is a "must visit" for the golf enthusiasts.

Newton Transportation

The Wichita Mid - Continent Airport is the nearest airport.

Newton Higher Education

Higher educational facilities are available through Hutchinson Community College, Newman University, Wichita State University, and Friends University.

High Points

Newton strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Kansas):

Category	Trophy
Racial Diversity (vs. State)	Top 6%
Public Transportation Use (vs. State)	Top 15%
Short Commute Times (vs. Peers)	Top 18%

Comparative Profile of Newton, KS

Comparing Newton to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Kansas (State):

Ratings range from (lowest) to (highest).

The People

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Racial Diversity
Senior Citizens
Children Under 5 Years Old
Male Share of the Population
Age of the Population
Well-Paid Single Men
Female Share of the Population
Well-Paid Single Women

Families

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Portion of People Married
Average Household Size

Wealth

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
People Above Poverty
College Educated Adults
People in Middle Class or Better
Median Family Income

Commute & Sprawl

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Short Commute Times
Working at Home
Walking and Biking to Work
Public Transportation Use

Housing

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Affordability of Rents
Affordability of Property Taxes
People Living Alone
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals
Seasonal and Vacation Housing
Housing Recently Built

Newton Almanac

Newton Climate

Nearest Weather Stations

• Temp ranges are avg daily min and max for the month
• Precipitation is rainfall (and rainfall equiv of snowfall)

Newton Population (2000)

(From 2000 Census, as reported by individuals)

Neighborhood and Nearby Area Names

According to the US Postal Service, Newton, its neighborhoods, and/or surrounding areas are also referred to as:

Note that not all alternate names are acceptable for use in US Post Office addresses.

Nearby Cities and Towns

Newton Public Libraries

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Newton Hospitals

NEWTON MEDICAL CENTER
(Voluntary non-profit - Private)
600 MEDICAL CENTER DR PO BOX 308
(316) 283-2700
Emergency Service: Yes

Wal-Mart in Newton

Newton High Schools (2004)

NEWTON SR HIGH
900 WEST 12TH
316-284-6280
Serves 1,148 students.
Student/teacher ratio: 14.5

Newton Colleges

(List of All Kansas Colleges)

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