Newton County, Georgia Demographics 2026

Population Overview

Newton County is located in Georgia with a total population of 115,530. It is the 23rd most populous county out of 159 in Georgia.

Age Demographics

The median age in Newton County is 36.4 years. This is 3% lower than the state median of 37.4 years.

Economy, Income & Housing

The median household income in Newton County is $73,732. This is 1% lower than the state median of $74,664. Compared to the national median of $78,538, household income here is 6% lower. The poverty rate stands at 12.3%. This is 9% lower than the state poverty rate of 13.5%. The unemployment rate is 6.6%. This is 29% higher than the state rate of 5.1%. The median home value is $233,300. Housing costs are 15% lower than the state median of $272,900. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.2x. 73.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 13% higher than the state average of 65.4%.

Race & Ethnicity

The largest racial or ethnic group in Newton County is Black or African American, making up 47.1% of the population. White (non-Hispanic) residents account for 40.4%. The Black or African American population is significantly higher than the state average (47.1% vs 31.0%). The Asian population (1.4%) is well below the state average of 4.3%.

Education

23.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 31% lower than the state rate of 34.2%. Nationally, 35.0% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 89.5%.