Newton County's 2026 population is estimated at 62,931, reflecting a 1.13% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Newton County is the 19th largest county in Missouri. The 2010 population was 58,172 and has grown 8.18% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 40.2 years
Female: 41.3 years
Male: 39.1 years
There are 45,762 adults, (11,328 of whom are seniors) in Newton County.
Female: 30,393 (50.6%)
Male: 29,725 (49.4%)
The racial composition of Newton County includes 81.25% White, and smaller percentages for other race, Native American, Asian, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander, Black or African American and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 48,846 | 81.25% |
| Two or more races | 6,601 | 10.98% |
| Other race | 1,285 | 2.14% |
| Native American | 1,019 | 1.69% |
| Asian | 963 | 1.6% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 837 | 1.39% |
| Black or African American | 567 | 0.94% |
Newton County 's average per capita income is $41,180. Household income levels show a median of $66,301. The poverty rate stands at 13.48%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $88,155 | $114,330 |
| Families | $77,943 | $101,710 |
| Households | $66,301 | $87,454 |
| Non Families | $36,678 | $46,982 |
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