Newton County's 2026 population is estimated at 11,522, reflecting a -1.65% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Newton County is the 157th largest county in Texas. The 2010 population was 14,447 and has grown -20.25% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 46.1 years
Female: 47.8 years
Male: 43.3 years
There are 9,770 adults, (2,839 of whom are seniors) in Newton County.
Female: 5,941 (49.1%)
Male: 6,152 (50.9%)
The racial composition of Newton County includes 74.58% White, 17.34% Black or African American, and smaller percentages for Native American, Asian, other race, Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 9,019 | 74.58% |
| Black or African American | 2,097 | 17.34% |
| Two or more races | 711 | 5.88% |
| Native American | 111 | 0.92% |
| Asian | 86 | 0.71% |
| Other race | 48 | 0.4% |
| Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander | 21 | 0.17% |
Newton County 's average per capita income is $40,158. Household income levels show a median of $42,618. The poverty rate stands at 18.96%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $81,553 | - |
| Families | $65,609 | $83,189 |
| Households | $42,618 | $66,759 |
| Non Families | $22,038 | $31,733 |
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