Newton County, Texas Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates · 153rd-largest in Texas
The population of Newton County, Texas is 12,193 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 153rd-largest county in Texas. The median household income is $41,044, the median home value is $83,100, and the median age is 45.8.
The population of Newton County has declined 17.6% since 2010 (14,447 → 11,908), a -1.37% annualized rate.
12,193
Population
-1.37%
Annual growth
13
People / sq mi
$41,044
Median Income
$83,100
Median Home Value
Newton County covers 934 sq mi of land at 13.1 people per square mile.
About Newton County, TX
Educational attainment is the headline number in Newton County: 6.2% of adults 25 and older have a four-year degree. With 12,193 residents, Newton County is a county in Texas.
Money is tight relative to the rest of US counties: the median household earns just $41,044, below the US median of $78,538. Roughly 16.2% of residents fall below the poverty line, above the national 12.4%. Real estate is inexpensive, with a typical home worth only $83,100, with typical rent around $877.
Newton County is among the least college-educated US counties, at 6.2% — below the national 35.0%. Most workers commute: only 5.5% work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 37 minutes each way.
Newton County Population History (2010-2024)
The county of Newton County had a population of 14,447 in 2010 and 11,908 in 2024, a -17.6% growth over 14 years. The peak was 14,562 in 2011. Average annual growth rate: -1.33%.
11,908
Population (2024)
14,447
Population (2010)
14,562
Peak (2011)
-1.33%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 14,447 |
| 2011 | 14,562 |
| 2012 | 14,433 |
| 2013 | 14,343 |
| 2014 | 14,294 |
| 2015 | 14,161 |
| 2016 | 14,162 |
| 2017 | 13,909 |
| 2018 | 13,784 |
| 2019 | 13,673 |
| 2020 | 12,159 |
| 2021 | 12,222 |
| 2022 | 12,076 |
| 2023 | 12,101 |
| 2024 | 11,908 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 75.3% |
| Black or African American | 17.9% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.5% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Age & Sex
45.8
Median Age
49.2%
Female
50.8%
Male
23.0%
Age 65+
Age Distribution
Children (under 15): 16.4% · Seniors (65+): 23.0%
Income & Poverty
| Median household income | $41,044$-35,248 vs state |
| Mean household income | $58,670 |
| Per-capita income | $25,045 |
| Poverty rate | 16.2%+5.7% vs state |
| Unemployment rate | 5.4% |
| Employment-to-population | 46.0% |
Top Industries by Employment
The largest employment sector in Newton County is professional & business services, accounting for 22.5% of workers.
How residents commute
0.5%
Drive alone
0.7%
Carpool
86.5%
Public transit
5.5%
Work from home
37.1 min
Avg commute
Housing
$83,100$-177,300 vs state
Median home value
$877
Median rent
81.5%
Homeownership rate
6,460
Total housing units
75.8%
Occupied
24.2%
Vacant
18.5%
Renter-occupied
Social & access
78.9%
With health insurance
93.8%
With broadband internet
18.1%
Foreign-born
6.7%
Veterans (18+)
15.7%
With a disability
97.1%
Speak language other than English at home
Education
84.4%
High School+
6.2%
Bachelor's+
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Frequently Asked Questions
Newton County, Texas has a population of 12,193 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 153rd-largest county in Texas. Population density is 13 people per square mile.
The population of Newton County has declined 17.6% since 2010 (14,447 → 11,908), a -1.37% annualized rate.
The median household income in Newton County, Texas is $41,044, with mean (average) household income of $58,670 and per-capita income of $25,045. 16.2% of residents live below the federal poverty level.
In Newton County, the largest racial and ethnic groups are White (75.3%), Black or African American (17.9%), Hispanic or Latino (1.5%). Figures are from the US Census Bureau's 2023 ACS 5-year estimates and reflect self-reported responses.
The median age in Newton County, Texas is 45.8 years. Residents are 49.2% female and 50.8% male.
The median home value in Newton County is $83,100 and median monthly rent is $877. 81.5% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. The county has 6,460 total housing units, 24.2% of which are vacant.
The largest employment sector in Newton County, Texas is professional, scientific, and management services, employing 22.5% of workers. The unemployment rate is 5.4%.
Houston is among the largest cities associated with Newton County, Texas, with a population of 2,300,419.
Newton County, TX Climate
Newton County, TX has an average annual temperature of 18.9°C (66°F) and receives about 1395 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
18.9°C
Avg Temp
1395
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 9° / 48° | 120 mm |
| February | 11° / 52° | 113 mm |
| March | 15° / 59° | 110 mm |
| April | 19° / 66° | 99 mm |
| May | 23° / 73° | 133 mm |
| June | 26° / 79° | 128 mm |
| July | 28° / 82° | 121 mm |
| August | 28° / 82° | 91 mm |
| September | 25° / 77° | 111 mm |
| October | 19° / 67° | 95 mm |
| November | 14° / 57° | 123 mm |
| December | 10° / 50° | 151 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Newton County, TX
The most comfortable months to visit Newton County, TX are typically October, April and May, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 34°C high). The coldest is January (near 3°C low). December is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.