Newton, Illinois
Newton: city in and the county seat of Jasper County, Illinois, United States.
About
Newton is a city located in the county of Jasper in the U.S. state of Illinois. Its population at the 2010 census was 450 and a population density of 90 people per km². After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 428 inhabitants.
The city was created 191 years ago in 1834.
Quick Facts about Newton
| Population | 428 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Illinois (United States) |
| County | Jasper County |
| Postal code | 62448 |
| Phone Area Codes | 618 |
| Area | 5 km2 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 38.9909,-88.1625 |
| Capital city | Newton is capital of Jasper County |
| Establishment | January 01, 1835 (191 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/Chicago |
| Local time | 16:44:03 (15th October 2026) |
| Density | 86 Pop. per km² as of 2020 |
| Population growth | -4.89% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 82℉ Showers And Thunderstorms Likely 7-days weather |
Geography
Newton is located at 38°59'27"N 88°9'45"W (38.9908800, -88.1625400).
Newton map
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Weather
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Official WebsiteDemographics
According to census records, the population of Newton decreased by 4.89% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 450 | - | census |
| 2011 | 452 | 0.44% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 447 | -1.11% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 445 | -0.45% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 443 | -0.45% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 442 | -0.23% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 439 | -0.68% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 435 | -0.91% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 432 | -0.69% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 429 | -0.69% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 428 | -0.23% | estimation process |
People born in Newton (5)
People born in Newton, including politician Edwin B. Brooks, politician Laurence F. Arnold, university administrator Nathaniel Fish Moore, .
More notable people
- Sidney Hinds (sport shooter) he was born in 14/05/1900
- Don Ping he was born in 05/11/1898
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Newton, IL. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 145707 | Olney Central College | Olney (IL) | 62450 |
Nearby Transit Stations (4)
Rail and bus stations connected to Newton, IL. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| EFG | Effingham | 401 West National Ave. | RAIL |
| MAT | Mattoon station | 1718 Broadway Ave. | RAIL |
| CEN | Centralia station | 108 East Broadway | RAIL |
| MVI | Mt. Vernon, IL | 102 Potomac Boulevard | BUS |
Closest post offices linked to Newton.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| Newton Post Office | Newton (IL) | 62448 |
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- Newton, Alabama town in Dale County, Alabama, United States. with a population of 1,451 people.