Affordable & Income-Based Housing in Newton

Affordability in Newton, IA

According to Census ACS 5-Year data (as of 2024), the median gross rent in Newton is $819 per month and the median household income is $57,771 per year, with renters making up 38% of occupied housing units. These figures provide helpful context for comparing the cost of HUD-assisted and income-based housing in the area.

Safety

According to FBI Crime Data Explorer, the Newton Police Department reported a violent crime rate of 384 per 100,000 residents in 2024. Keep in mind that crime rates are not directly comparable across cities due to differences in reporting practices and definitions.

Getting Around Newton

According to Walk Score, the area around Newton's assisted properties scores 63 (Somewhat Walkable) and a Bike Score of 47. No Transit Score is available, which is typical for smaller Iowa cities without formal transit systems.

Schools

Newton is served by 7 schools across 1 district, including 3 elementary, 1 middle, 2 high schools, and 1 other campus, according to NCES Common Core of Data. Ratings vary by school, so renters should check the assigned schools for a specific address.

Cost of Living in Newton, IA

The median household income in Newton is $57,771 per year, according to Census ACS 5-Year data. The median gross rent is $819 per month, according to the same source.

Affordable and income-based housing in Newton is rent-restricted, meaning your rent is tied to your household income rather than the open market rate. This can make a meaningful difference for renters earning below area median income levels.

• Median household income: $57,771/year (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Median gross rent: $819/month (Census ACS 5-Year)
• Renter households: 38% of all households (Census ACS 5-Year)

Flood and Environmental Exposure

All 4 HUD-assisted properties in Newton have been mapped for flood risk. None are located in a high-risk flood zone, which is a low level of flood exposure for renters considering these homes.