Newton, Massachusetts

Newton: The most populous city in Middlesex County, Massachusetts. It is located on the Charles River in suburban Boston. Newton is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Newton Free Library and the Newton Centre Historic District.

About

Newton is a city located in the county of Middlesex in the U.S. state of Massachusetts. Its population at the 2010 census was 85,146 and a population density of 1,811 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 87,803 inhabitants.

The city was created 336 years ago in 1687.

Newton is located in Middlesex County, Massachusetts, approximately 7 miles west of Boston. It was founded in 1630 and officially incorporated as Newton in 1688. It developed as both an agricultural area and upscale residential suburb.

Key Facts About Newton

Population: Approximately 88,000 as of 2019

Economy: Major employers in Newton include Boston College and Hebrew SeniorLife. Many residents commute to jobs in Boston. Top industries are education, healthcare, and technology.

Geography: Newton spans 18 square miles along the Charles River. It contains several lakes and ponds, parks, and wooded areas. The landscape is hilly.

Things to Do in Newton

Some top attractions and activities in Newton include:

  • Crystal Lake Park - Idyllic lakeside park with swimming, boating, walking trails, and green space.
  • Newton Centre - Historic downtown district with shops, eateries, and cultural attractions.
  • Newton Fire Museum - Details the history of firefighting and showcases antique fire engines.
  • Newton Community Farm - Urban farm offering Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) shares and public farming.
  • New England Quilt Museum - Museum displaying antique and contemporary quilts as folk art.

In summary, Newton is an affluent, historic Boston suburb that balances natural beauty, culture, education, and commerce.

Newton locator map
Location of Newton on Massachusetts map.

Quick Facts about Newton

Population : 87,803 (2020)
Country : United States of America
State : Massachusetts (United States)
County : Middlesex County
Postal code : 02458
Area : 47.02 km2
Official name : Newton
Altitude : 98 feet / 30 meters
Establishment : January 01, 1688 (336 years ago)
Time Zone : Eastern Time Zone
Local time : 22:52:04 (18th March 2024)
Density : 1,867 Pop. per km² as of 2020
Population growth : 3.03% (2010-2020)
Masonic Building  Newtonville MA image
Masonic Building Newtonville MA
Masonic Building  Newtonville MA image

Geography

Newton is located at 42°20'13"N 71°12'33"W (42.3370400, -71.2092200).

Newton map

Demographics

The population of Newton increased by 3.03% in 10 years.

Year Population % Change Method
2010 85,146 - census
2011 85,827 0.79% estimation process
2012 87,029 1.38% estimation process
2013 87,479 0.51% estimation process
2014 88,269 0.89% estimation process
2015 88,588 0.36% estimation process
2016 88,569 -0.02% estimation process
2017 88,836 0.3% estimation process
2018 88,641 -0.22% estimation process
2019 88,414 -0.26% estimation process
2020 87,803 -0.7% estimation process

Newton zip code is 02458. County name: Middlesex, County fips: 25017

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People born in Newton (199)

People born in Newton, including actor Jack Lemmon, actor, comedian and director Matt LeBlanc, actor Robert Morse, .

List

  • Zoë Taylor she was born in 05/06/1995
  • Amy Poehler (American actress) she was born in 16/09/1971
  • Julie Taymor (American film and theatre director) she was born in 15/12/1952
  • Anne Sexton (American poet) she was born in 09/11/1928
  • Jane Morgan (Actress and singer) she was born in 03/05/1924
  • John Krasinski (American actor and writer) he was born in 20/10/1979
  • Brad Falchuk (American television writer, director and producer) he was born in 01/03/1971
  • Mike Mangini (American drummer) he was born in 18/04/1963
  • Frederick Converse (United States classical music composer) he was born in 05/01/1871
  • Roger Sherman (early American lawyer and politician, Founding Father of the United States (1721-1793)) he was born in 19/04/1721
  • Eli Roth (American film director, producer, writer, and actor) he was born in 18/04/1972
  • Kathryn Erbe (American actress) she was born in 05/07/1965
  • Alexander H. Rice (American politician (1818-1895)) he was born in 30/08/1818
  • Jennifer Kirk (figure skater) she was born in 15/08/1984
  • B. J. Novak (American actor, writer and producer) he was born in 31/07/1979
  • Gracie Gold (American figure skater) she was born in 17/08/1995
  • James Harris Simons (American hedge fund manager) he was born in 25/04/1938
  • Willard Rice (American ice hockey player) he was born in 21/04/1895

Schools in Newton

College & universities near Newton, MA

Code Name City ZIP
166045 Hebrew College Newton Centre (MA) 02459-2237
166391 Lasell University Newton (MA) 02466
164924 Boston College Chestnut Hill (MA) 02467
167224 New England School of Photography Waltham (MA) 02453
167677 Saint John's Seminary Brighton (MA) 02135-3846

Stations (24)

Amtrak & bus stations near Newton, MA

Code Name Address Type
BBY Back Bay station 145 Dartmouth St. RAIL
BON North Station 100 Legends Way RAIL
BOS South Station 2 South Station RAIL
RTE Route 128 station 50 University Ave RAIL
FRA Framingham station 417 Waverly St. RAIL

Post offices near Newton

Post Office Name City ZIP
Newton Center Post Office Newton Center (MA) 02459
Newton Center Carrier Annex Post Office Newton Center (MA) 02459
Newton Highland Post Office Newton Highlands (MA) 02461
Newtonvill Post Office Newtonville (MA) 02460
Waban Post Office Waban (MA) 02468

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Other cities in Middlesex County

Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Middlesex County , MA. (more)

City Name Population Title
Cambridge 119,192 The most populous city in Middlesex County, Massachusetts.
Lowell 110,904 The third most populous city in Massachusetts.
City of Lowell 109,945 The third most populous city in Massachusetts.
City of Cambridge 107,289 City in Middlesex County, Massachusetts, United States
Somerville 80,935 A city in Middlesex County, Massachusetts.
City of Somerville 75,754 A city in Middlesex County, Massachusetts.
Framingham 73,892 Town in Massachusetts
Framingham Center 65,413 A census-designated place (CDP) in Framingham, Massachusetts.
Waltham 62,069 A city in Middlesex County, Massachusetts.
Medford 60,847 The most populous city in Middlesex County, Massachusetts.
Malden 59,922 The most populous city in Middlesex County, Massachusetts.
Everett 46,107 A city in Middlesex County, Massachusetts.
Arlington 45,169 Town in Middlesex County, Massachusetts, United States
Billerica 43,021 Town in Massachusetts
Woburn 40,135 A city in Middlesex County, Massachusetts.
Marlborough 39,290 City in Middlesex County, Massachusetts, United States

Distance to Other Cities

Newton distances to largest Massachusetts cities