Name: Newton, KS
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Living in Newton, KS

Ranks better than 64% of areas Follow

Population

18,846

Median Age

40.6 Years

Newton Area Facts

Newton has a Livability Score of 64_/100, which is considered average
Newton crime rates are 7% higher than the Kansas average
Cost of living in Newton is 1% lower than the Kansas average

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What do the locals think about Newton?

60%

Family friendly

20%

Public transit is accessible

20%

Walkable to grocery stores

80%

Yards are well-kept

0%

Lots of parks

0%

Walkable to restaurants

Friendly neighbors

Safe at night

Pet friendly

Streets have sidewalks

40%

A quiet area

40%

Sense of community

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Vehicle Dependant Town, 0.5 rating By Anonymous ( Feb 12, 2021) If you don't have a Vehicle do not plan to go far, Newton has one cab Service that closes after 4pm with no transportation possibilities when the 2:45 Amtrak comes in at night. After the Amtrak station Closes your only option to a rest room is at the truck stop on 1st street, Th ...Read More e grocery stores close at 11pm giving you the Truck Stop your only choice, Most of the people that live here will not talk to you if you are a stranger or have a different accent. But after they get to know you you in a three year time you may have 3-4 people in your circle, The crime rate here is very high compared to the rest of Kansas, You have access to the Amtrack which will take you fioirst to Hutch (Hutchinson) home of the Kansas State Fair, then to Dodge City, Home of the Casinos a Cowboy Town and then to Garden City, The paradise of Kansas, Dorothy would live here if given the oportunity. You need to be living in Wichita if you don't have a car, they recently closed the Dollar General which gives residents little choice or convenience in Shopping, they do have a Walmart which also closes at 11pm or Midnight, Dont move here unless you have family in this area. Read Less

Small Town Charm and Big Time Convenience in Newton Kansas 3 rating By Anonymous ( May 10, 2018) Newton, Kansas is a sleepy little Kansas town located approximately 30 minutes north of Wichita. I liked living in Newton because it afforded small town charm mixed with the convenience of living near a major metropolitan area. Job opportunities are plentiful in Wichita, offering ...Read More everything from positions in aviation at Boeing or at Koch Industries. A big selling point of Newton is its low cost of living, making Newton an ideal choice for families.

The best areas in Newton are the historical museums, such as the Kauffman Museum and the Warkentin House Museum. Both of these tourist attractions offer a glimpse into important people and eras in Kansas history. Golf enthusiasts will appreciate teeing it off at the charming and scenic Sand Creek Station Golf Course. In addition to golf, the beauty of the four distinct seasons in Newton lends to a variety of outdoor recreational opportunities. Residents and visitors alike love to nosh on Newton's famous bierocks and other local flavors. Read Less

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