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Newton, KS

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Population
18,353
U.S. Census Population Estimates Program · 2025
Elevation
1,447 ft
Median Home Value
$156,400
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Rent
$903/mo
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024
Median Income
$68,885
U.S. Census American Community Survey 5-Year · 2024

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Newton in context.

OverallBest places in KansasPopulation ranking#24 highest population in KansasNearest larger communityWichita, Kansas24 miles away · 400,987 residents.

About Newton

Newton is a city and the county seat of Harvey County, Kansas, located twenty-five miles north of Wichita. Serving as a major regional trading hub, the community of approximately 18,400 lies directly adjacent to the separate city of North Newton. The city features local historical landmarks such as the 1886 Warkentin House and the Harvey County Historical Society Museum, with public education administered by the Newton School District.

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Lower FEMA County Hurricane Risk IndexA+100.0ratingLower Projected Late-Century County-Area Exposure to Sea-Level RiseA+100.0ratingNearby Hospital Emergency DepartmentsA+98.5rating

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