Newton, NJ

Newton, New Jersey

Newton, New Jersey, in Sussex county, is 22 miles NW of Parsippany, New Jersey (center to center) and 37 miles NW of Newark, New Jersey. The town is in the Newark area. There are 8,244 residents in Newton.

The People and Families of Newton

In Newton, about 46% of adults are married. In Newton, more so than in most towns, people can be found in one-person households.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Newton had a median family income of $56,484.

Political Inclinations

Newton folks tended to give their money ($18,200) to George W. Bush in the 2004 Presidential race. More campaign money flowed to the Republican party than to competing parties.

Newton Housing

As of 2000, the share of housing units in Newton that were owner-occupied was 49%. Homes in this community tend to be somewhat older than those in other areas. People on their own appreciate the studio and one-bedroom apartments in Newton.

Commuting

In Newton, 88% of commuters drive to work. The town offers good opportunities for biking and walking, so if you're out of shape give those a try.

High Points

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

Category	Trophy
Walking and Biking to Work (vs. Peers)	Top 14%

Comparative Profile of Newton, NJ

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

Ratings range from (lowest) to (highest).

The People

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

Families

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

Wealth

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

Commute & Sprawl

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

Housing

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

Crime

Characteristic	Compared to Peers	Compared to State
Low Violent Crime
Low Property Crime

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 Public Libraries

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Newton Population (2000)

(From 2000 Census, as reported by individuals)

Political Contributions (2004)

Money donated by Newton residents to parties and candidates for the 2004 elections.

by Political Party

by Presidential Candidate

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 Hospitals

NEWTON MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
(Voluntary non-profit - Private)
175 HIGH ST
(973) 383-2121
Emergency Service: Yes

Newton High Schools (2004)

KITTATINNY REG HIGH
77 HALSEY ROAD
201-383-1800
Title I eligible, not participating.
Serves 1,311 students.
Student/teacher ratio: 12.4

NEWTON HIGH
44 RYERSON AVENUE
973-383-7573
Serves 851 students.
Student/teacher ratio: 13.8

Newton Colleges

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Sussex County Community College

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