Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 42.5 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.42 |
| Below Poverty | 15.4% ▲ 54% above avg |
| College Grads | 22.8% ▼ 41% below avg |
| Unemployment | 10.1% ▲ 107% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 101 (1.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,269 (45.7%) |
| Some College | 1,024 (14.3%) |
| Associates | 1,139 (15.9%) |
| Bachelors | 577 (8.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,046 (14.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $67,775 ▼ 11% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $144,320 ▼ 48% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $867/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 4,917 |
| Vacant Units | 378 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Newton County is located in Indiana and encompasses 9 ZIP codes spanning 9 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 10,980 residents. With a median age of 42.51, it is a middle-aged county.
Newton County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $67,774 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 10.1%, more than double the national average. The poverty rate of 15.4% is above the national average.
Housing in Newton County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $144,320 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $866. Homeownership rates are high at 78.1%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Newton County are primarily White (90.78%). Educational attainment is less-educated — 22.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Newton County, IN is a solidly middle-class area in Indiana. The 9 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 47922 | Brook | 1,347 | $59,427 | $106,100 | $1,092 | 9.3% | 15.1% |
| 47948 | Goodland | 1,158 | $57,563 | $98,600 | $475 | 3.7% | 29.3% |
| 47951 | Kentland | 2,246 | $63,228 | $102,400 | $828 | 16.5% | 26.6% |
| 46349 | Lake Village | 3,060 | $75,057 | $198,300 | $963 | 9.9% | 22.8% |
| 47963 | Morocco | 2,362 | $74,318 | $158,100 | $843 | 6.2% | 25.1% |
| 47964 | Mount Ayr | 93 | $45,000 | $88,500 | — | 2.3% | 8.2% |
| 46379 | Sumava Resorts | 267 | $96,490 | $156,300 | — | 0.0% | 12.1% |
| 46381 | Thayer | 447 | $45,391 | $150,700 | — | 27.4% | 6.3% |