Newton, Pennsylvania
Newton: borough in Bucks County, Pennsylvania
About
Newton is a city located in the county of Luzerne in the U.S. state of Pennsylvania. Its population at the 2010 census was 2,846 and a population density of 5,175 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 2,833 inhabitants.
The city was created 342 years ago in 1683.
Quick Facts about Newton
| Population | 2,833 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Pennsylvania (United States) |
| County | Luzerne County |
| Area | 0.55 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 41.2226,-75.8952 |
| Altitude | 548 feet / 167 meters |
| Establishment | January 01, 1684 (342 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/New_York |
| Local time | 01:00:27 (23rd April 2026) |
| Density | 5,151 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -0.46% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 71℉ Mostly Sunny 7-days weather |
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Geography
Newton is located at 41°13'21"N 75°53'43"W (41.2225800, -75.8952000).
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Demographics
According to census records, the population of Newton decreased by 0.46% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 2,846 | - | census |
| 2011 | 2,843 | -0.11% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 2,844 | 0.04% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 2,837 | -0.25% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 2,830 | -0.25% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 2,780 | -1.8% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 2,766 | -0.51% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 2,758 | -0.29% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 2,763 | 0.18% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 2,790 | 0.97% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 2,833 | 1.52% | estimation process |
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Newton, PA. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 216931 | Wilkes University | Wilkes-Barre (PA) | 18766 |
Nearby Transit Stations (3)
Rail and bus stations connected to Newton, PA. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| WKB | Wilkes-Barre, PA | 47 South Washington Street | BUS |
| WHV | White Haven, PA | I-476, Exit 95/I-80, Exit 277, at Hwy 940 | BUS |
| SRN | Scranton, PA | 23 Lackawanna Avenue | BUS |
Closest post offices linked to Newton.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Wilkes Barr Post Office | Wilkes Barre (PA) | 18701 |
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Other cities in Luzerne County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Luzerne County , PA. (more)
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Back Mountain | 26,973 | Unincorporated community |
| Hazleton | 24,809 | City in southern Luzerne County, Pennsylvania |
| Kingston | 12,787 | Borough in central Luzerne County, Pennsylvania |
| Nanticoke | 10,278 | City in Luzerne County, Pennsylvania, United States |
| Plains | 9,657 | Township in eastern Luzerne County, Pennsylvania |
| Cranberry | 6,218 | Township in Butler County, Pennsylvania |
| Plymouth | 5,752 | Borough in northeastern Luzerne County, Pennsylvania |
| Exeter | 5,519 | Borough in Luzerne County, Pennsylvania, United States |
| Swoyersville | 5,010 | Borough in northeastern Luzerne County, Pennsylvania |
| Duryea | 4,910 | Borough in northeastern Luzerne County, Pennsylvania |
| West Pittston | 4,745 | Borough in northeastern Luzerne County, Pennsylvania |
| Edwardsville | 4,738 | Borough in central Luzerne County, Pennsylvania |
| Larksville | 4,395 | Borough in central Luzerne County, Pennsylvania |
| West Hazleton | 4,318 | Borough in southwestern Luzerne County, Pennsylvania |
| Forty Fort | 4,025 | Borough in northeastern Luzerne, County, Pennsylvania |
| Freeland | 3,413 | Borough in southern Luzerne County, Pennsylvania |
Distance to Other Cities
Newton distances to largest Pennsylvania cities