Economy & Jobs — Newton, Texas
Income & Employment
| Median Household Income (Census) | $56,172 |
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| Estimated 2026 | ~$58,800 |
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| Per Capita Income | $22,494 |
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| Poverty Rate | 25.4% |
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| Unemployment Rate | 9.7% |
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| In Labor Force | 1,027 |
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Top Industries
| Industry | Share |
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| Education Healthcare | 28.7% |
| Arts Food | 12.4% |
| Construction | 9.6% |
Local Businesses (County)
| Type | Count |
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| Gas Stations | 11 |
| General Merchandise | 5 |
| Liquor Stores | 3 |
| Coffee Shops | 3 |
Sources: Census ACS 5-Year 2023; BLS QCEW 2023; Census ACS 5-Year 2023, B19013.
