Median Age
43 Years
Largest Age Group
30-39 Years
Approximately 14% of Residents
Under 20
22%
Over 65
21%
Newton, NJ
Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,859
Population
8,436
Renter Mix
54% Rent
Savor small-town delights in a scenic environment
Historic
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Suburban
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Close-Knit
Newton, NJ serves as the county seat of Sussex County, giving this small but spirited town a level of civic energy that sets it apart from other communities its size in northwestern New Jersey. Situated about 50 miles northwest of New York City, Newton punches above its weight with a compact downtown that anchors local government, healthcare, and commerce all within a walkable four-square-mile footprint. Newton Medical Center provides one of the area's most significant employment anchors, while the Sussex County Courthouse has stood at the heart of civic life here since the town's incorporation in 1864.
The housing mix reflects the town's character well: converted historic buildings share the streetscape with modest mid-century apartment communities, and classic two- and three-story walk-ups dot the quieter residential blocks that fan out from the center. Renters will find options ranging from cozy studio units to more spacious two-bedroom layouts, often tucked inside buildings with genuine architectural character. The surrounding countryside, including the Kittatinny Mountains and nearby state forests, gives Newton a distinct sense of place that larger metro-area towns simply cannot replicate. For those who want a real small-town atmosphere without completely stepping away from the Northeast corridor, Newton delivers on that promise.
Explore the City
Residents of Hampton can go boating on Spruce Run Reservoir.
Residents of Hampton can visit the scenic views of Red Mill Museum Village.
The Memory Park is the largest park area in the Town of Newton, NJ.
The Newton Theatre is a 605-seat performing arts center originally constructed in 1924.
People dine outside at a cafe on Spring Street.
Newton is a historic and natural wonderland ready to welcome you with open arms.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$71,184
Average: $99,090
Education
1,935
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
4,147
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Newton has more renters than homeowners.
Renters
54%
Non-Renters
46%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
20%
Other Education
80%
Rent Trends
As of June 2026, the average apartment rent in Newton, NJ is $1,362 for a studio, $1,829 for one bedroom, and $2,131 for two bedrooms. Apartment rent in Newton has increased by 2.3% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,829/month
677 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Newton, NJ is for everyday living.
Moderately Walkable
Walkability
60
/ 100
Moderately Drivable
Drivability
70
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
40
/ 100
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Schools
Florence M. Burd Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
237 Students
Public
Grades K-8
191 Students
Fredon Township Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
179 Students
Frelinghuysen Township Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
131 Students
Marian McKeown Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
323 Students
Public
Grades K-8
191 Students
Public
Grades 6-12
781 Students
Public
Grades K-8
318 Students
Public
Grades 6-12
781 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
719 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Lentini Farm
- Kittatinny Valley State Park
- Swartswood State Park
- Stokes State Forest
- Sterling Hill Mine Tour & Museum of Fluorescence
Commuter Rail
Military Bases
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in June 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.