Where is Newton, Iowa, USA?

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Where is Newton Located? - Newton is a city located in the Jasper County of Iowa, United States. Newton lies between 30.4013 Degrees North latitudes and 91.0009 Degrees West longitudes.

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Where is Newton, Iowa

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Where is Newton Located?

Newton is a city located in the Jasper County of Iowa, United States. Newton lies between 30.4013 Degrees North latitudes and 91.0009 Degrees West longitudes. According to 2020 U.S.census, the population of Newton city is 15760 people and the city has a total area of 11.26 sq mi. The city has numerous parks and recreational facilities.

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Newton, Iowa Quick Facts

AttributeInformation
CityNewton
CountyJasper County
StateIowa
State CapitalDes Moines
US RegionMidwest (West North Central)
Latitude41.6997° N
Longitude93.0574° W
Elevation902 ft (275 m)
Land Area11.14 sq mi
Water Area0.18 sq mi
Total Area11.32 sq mi
Population (2020 Census)15,760
Population DensityApproximately 1,414 per sq mi
ZIP Codes50208, 50228
Area Code641
Time Zone StandardCentral Standard Time (CST, UTC−6)
Time Zone DaylightCentral Daylight Time (CDT, UTC−5)
CurrencyUnited States Dollar (USD)
FIPS Code19-56685
Congressional DistrictIowa's 3rd Congressional District

Transportation and Connectivity in Newton

CategoryInformation
Airport NameNewton Municipal Airport
IATA CodeTNU
Nearest Major AirportDes Moines International Airport
Major HighwaysInterstate 80, U.S. Highway 6, Iowa Highway 14
Rail ServiceFreight rail service available
Public TransitRegional transportation services
Regional ConnectionsCentral Iowa transportation network
  • Newton is located in central Iowa approximately 30 miles east of Des Moines.
  • Interstate 80 provides direct east–west access across Iowa and connects Newton with major regional cities.
  • U.S. Highway 6 connects Newton with surrounding communities in Jasper County.
  • Des Moines International Airport provides commercial air service for the region.

Top Places to Visit in Newton, Iowa

Landmark NameType
Maytag Dairy FarmsLocal Attraction
Jasper County Historical MuseumHistory Museum
Newton Arboretum & Botanical GardensGarden Attraction
Westwood Golf CourseGolf Course
Maytag ParkCommunity Park
Newton Depot & Railroad MuseumRailroad Museum
DMACC Newton CampusEducational Facility
Rock Creek State ParkState Park
Jasper County FairgroundsEvent Venue
Lake Red Rock Recreation AreasOutdoor Recreation Area

Driving Distances from Newton, Iowa to Nearby Cities

CityStateDistance (mi)Approx. Drive Time
Des MoinesIowa3235 minutes
AmesIowa551 hour
MarshalltownIowa4550 minutes
PellaIowa3545 minutes
OskaloosaIowa501 hour
Cedar RapidsIowa951 hour 40 minutes
Iowa CityIowa1202 hours
Sioux CityIowa2103 hours 15 minutes
OmahaNebraska1903 hours
ChicagoIllinois3305 hours

Colleges and Universities Near Newton, Iowa

Institution NameTypeLevelNotable For
Des Moines Area Community College – Newton CampusPublicCommunity CollegeWorkforce training, career programs, and technical education
Central CollegePrivateCollegeLiberal arts, business, sciences, and athletics
William Penn UniversityPrivateUniversityBusiness, education, athletics, and liberal arts
Iowa State UniversityPublicUniversityEngineering, agriculture, science, and research
Grand View UniversityPrivateUniversityBusiness, education, arts, and professional programs

Waterbodies Near Newton, Iowa

Rock Creek, North Skunk River, Lake Red Rock, Rock Creek Lake, and nearby waterways of Jasper County.

Stadiums and Sports Facilities in Newton

Harlan Rogers Sports Complex, Newton High School athletic facilities, Maytag Park recreation areas, Westwood Golf Course, and local community sports facilities.

Newton, Iowa — Key Historical Facts

  • Newton was founded in 1851 and became the county seat of Jasper County.
  • The city was named after Newton, Massachusetts, reflecting the origins of some early settlers.
  • Newton developed as an agricultural center supported by farming, rail transportation, and local industries.
  • The city became nationally known as the headquarters of the Maytag Corporation, which played a major role in its industrial growth.
  • Railroad development helped Newton become an important transportation and manufacturing center in central Iowa.
  • Today, Newton is recognized for its historic downtown, manufacturing heritage, parks, museums, and location near the Des Moines metropolitan area.

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