Newton, MA
Maps & Population Facts

Population
88,479
Population Density
4,963
Labor Participaton
65.8%
Bachelor's or Higher
77.2%
Median Household Income
$133,853
Median Individual Income
$58,801
Median Individual Income(Full-time Workers Only)
$100,252

Housing Estimates

Median House Value
$845,100
Median Gross Rent
$1,771
Median Mortgage Payment
$3,538
Housing Units
32,617
People who reside in Newton live in:
Detached - Single Family Homes
57%
Apt, Condo, Other
43%
Analysis

Income

Households in Newton earn significantly more money than the national median income, averaging 1.22% higher per household.

Housing

Newton has a median house price of $845,100, which makes it one of the most expensive places in the United States to own property. The cost of renting in Newton is 75% more than the national average.

Percent
Renter Occupied Households 38%
New Construction (Built after 2000) 7%

Demographics

The median age in Newton is 41. Newton has a population that is older than in comparison to the US median age.

Newton ranks in the highest of the nation for having an educated population with more college graduates per resident than most areas.

Housing Data

Housing Comparison
Newton Massachusetts USA
Median Property Value 845,100 385,400 217,600
Median Mortgage Payment 3,538 2,108 1,513
Median Gross Rent 1,771 1,208 1,012
Property Vacancy 5.1% 10.0% 12.6%
% Renters 29% 38% 36%
Residents per Sq. Mi. 4,963 885 93
Personal Comparison
Newton Massachusetts USA
Median Household Income 133,853 77,385 60,336
Median Individual Income 58,801 41,700 33,646
Median Income (Full-Time) 100,252 60,923 46,881
Median Age 40.9 39.5 38.1
Labor Participation 65.8% 67.8% 62.8%
Attained College Degree 77.2% 43.4% 32.0%

Population Density Analysis

Newton, MA
4,963
Residents per Sq. Mile
The population density of Newton is comparable to that of a Small City.
Major City
10,000 Residents +
Mid-Sized City
5,000 Residents +
Small City
2,500 Residents +
Suburban
500 Residents +
Rural
100 Residents +
Remote
1 Residents +

Demographics