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Newton, Kansas

city · Harvey County

At a glance

18,397
Population
$156,400
Median home value (all homes)
48% below U.S. median
$176,716
Typical market value
Zillow, 2026-07
$903/mo
Median rent
33% below U.S. median
$68,885
Median household income
12% below U.S. median
20.5 min
Average commute
87.3%
Homes with broadband
86.91%
Locations with fiber available
6.1%
Unemployment

Cost of living (Clay Affordability Index)

CAI 86 — 14% below the national average. how it's computed

Housing31% below
Goods & services6% below
Utilities4% above
Taxes7% below
Insurance16% below
Commute cost26% below
For business: Kansas is CBII band 2/5 · time to build band 1/5. See state page for the breakdown.

Living here

Nearest 4-year college2 mi
Nearest community college21 mi
Nearest technical college22 mi
High school graduates92.4%
College graduates26.2%

Doing business here

Economic development contacts, most local first:

city Newton
county Harvey County Eco Dev Council
Harvey County Economic Development is dedicated to the growth and advancement of Harvey County’s economy. We strive to maintain our economic health by supporting the business and industry we have while continuing the recruitment of new industry.
state Kansas Department of Commerce
The Kansas Department of Commerce is the state agency providing business development resources, incentives, and workforce services. It serves businesses looking to locate or expand in Kansas.
State sales taxYes
State income taxYes
Right-to-work stateYes

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