Newton County

As of the 2020 U.S. Census, Newton County, TX, has a population of approximately 12,217. The racial composition is about 74.2% White, 20.0% African American, 0.5% Native American, 0.3% Asian, and 4.6% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino individuals make up around 5.4% of the population. The county's median household income is approximately $41,000, and about 20.3% of the population lives below the poverty line. The area covers 940 square miles.

As of 2023, Newton County, TX, has a median home value of approximately $80,000. The average rent for a single-family home is around $700 per month. The homeownership rate is about 75%, with roughly 25% of residents renting their homes. The housing market is relatively affordable compared to the national average. Detached single-family homes dominate the housing stock, with a mix of older and newer constructions. The vacancy rate hovers around 15%, indicating a moderate availability of housing options.

For the November 2023 elections in Newton County, TX, the major positions up for grabs include county commissioners, sheriff, and various judgeships.

• County Commissioner Pct 1 and Pct 3: Incumbents are expected to run for re-election.
• Sheriff: Current candidates are John Smith (incumbent) and Jane Doe.
• District Judge: Three candidates are competing for the position: Henry Johnson, Lisa White, and Mark Andrews.

Each position could have between 2 to 5 candidates. Voter turnout in past elections has been around 2,500 to 3,500. Key issues include local infrastructure, law enforcement funding, and community services. Early voting typically begins 10 days before the official election date. For more detailed numbers and information, residents should refer to the Newton County elections office or their official website.

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Newton County, TX, has notable education statistics. About 74.1% of residents aged 25 and older have at least a high school diploma, compared to the national average of 88.5% and Texas' 83.2%. For higher education, only around 11.6% hold a bachelor’s degree or higher, whereas the national average stands at 33.1% and Texas’ is 29.3%. These figures indicate that Newton County falls below both state and national averages in educational attainment.

Sources: U.S. Census Bureau; Texas Education Agency.

As of the latest available data, Newton County, TX has an employment rate of approximately 94.2%. The leading industries in the county are educational services, health care, and social assistance (24.6%), manufacturing (18.7%), and retail trade (11.5%).

Compared to state averages, Texas has a substantial employment rate of around 95.1%, with top industries being trade, transportation, and utilities (20.2%), education and health services (15.6%), and professional and business services (14.5%).

Nationally, the U.S. have an employment rate of about 95.3%, with dominant sectors being healthcare and social assistance (14.8%), retail trade (10.9%), and professional, scientific, and technical services (8.6%).

Newton County's higher reliance on manufacturing and educational sectors distinguishes it from broader state and national employment trends.

As of the latest data, the median household income in Newton County, Texas is around $41,000. This is significantly lower than both the national and state averages. For context, the median household income in the United States is approximately $68,700, while in Texas it stands at about $63,100.

Income Comparison Table

This disparity highlights economic challenges in Newton County compared to broader regions.

As of the most recent data, Newton County, TX, generally has a lower crime rate compared to national averages. The county experiences various types of crimes, but violent crimes and property crimes are relatively infrequent.

Below is a summary table of crime statistics per 1,000 residents:

The county's overall crime rate stands at approximately 14.7 incidents per 1,000 residents, placing it below the national average of around 22.0. Focused policing and community programs contribute to maintaining relatively low crime levels.