Newton County's 2026 population is estimated at 6,920, reflecting a -0.76% growth rate over the past year (World Population Review estimate based on U.S. Census Bureau data). Newton County is the 70th largest county in Arkansas. The 2010 population was 8,305 and has grown -16.68% since 2010.
Data after 2023 is projected based on recent change
Overall: 49.9 years
Female: 49 years
Male: 50.2 years
There are 5,780 adults, (1,972 of whom are seniors) in Newton County.
Female: 3,467 (48.7%)
Male: 3,645 (51.3%)
The racial composition of Newton County includes 93.1% White, and smaller percentages for other race, Native American, Black or African American, Asian and multiracial populations.
| Race | Population ↓ | Percentage (of total) |
|---|---|---|
| White | 6,621 | 93.1% |
| Two or more races | 368 | 5.17% |
| Other race | 63 | 0.89% |
| Native American | 46 | 0.65% |
| Black or African American | 11 | 0.15% |
| Asian | 3 | 0.04% |
Newton County 's average per capita income is $36,345. Household income levels show a median of $48,986. The poverty rate stands at 15.87%.
| Name | Median ↓ | Mean |
|---|---|---|
| Married Families | $69,917 | - |
| Families | $61,964 | $75,962 |
| Households | $48,986 | $67,641 |
| Non Families | $36,827 | $42,506 |
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