North Newton, Kansas

North Newton, Kansas
City
Memorial Hall on Bethel College campus
Location within Harvey County and Kansas
KDOT map of Harvey County (legend)
Coordinates: 38°04′36″N97°20′51″W / 38.07667°N 97.34750°W / 38.07667; -97.34750 [1]
Country	United States
State	Kansas
County	Harvey
Township	Newton
Incorporated	1938
Named for	North of Newton
Government
• Type	Council-Manager
Area [2]
• Total	0.92 sq mi (2.37 km2)
• Land	0.91 sq mi (2.37 km2)
• Water	0.00 sq mi (0.00 km2)
Elevation [1]	1,437 ft (438 m)
Population  (2020) [3]
• Total	1,814
• Density	2,000/sq mi (770/km2)
Time zone	UTC-6 (CST)
• Summer (DST)	UTC-5 (CDT)
ZIP code	67117
Area code	316
FIPS code	20-51225
GNIS ID	2395258 [1]
Website	northnewton.org

North Newton is a city in Harvey County, Kansas, United States. ^[1] As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 1,814. ^[3] It is located between the north side of the city of Newton (separate entity) and the south side of Interstate I-135. North Newton is home of Bethel College.

History

For millennia, the land now known as Kansas was inhabited by Native Americans. In 1803, most of modern Kansas was secured by the United States as part of the Louisiana Purchase. In 1854, the Kansas Territory was organized, then in 1861 Kansas became the 34th U.S. state. In 1872, Harvey County was founded.

A post office was established as Bethel College on December 19, 1934, then later it was renamed to North Newton on December 1, 1938. ^[4]

Geography

North Newton is located along the north side of the city of Newton.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 0.90 square miles (2.33 km²), all of it land. ^[5]

Climate

The climate in this area is characterized by hot, humid summers and generally mild to cool winters. According to the Köppen Climate Classification system, North Newton has a humid subtropical climate, abbreviated "Cfa" on climate maps. ^[6]

Area attractions

• Kauffman Museum at Bethel College ^[7]

Demographics

Historical population

Census	Pop.	Note	%±
1950	566		—
1960	890		57.2%
1970	963		8.2%
1980	1,222		26.9%
1990	1,262		3.3%
2000	1,522		20.6%
2010	1,759		15.6%
2020	1,814		3.1%
U.S. Decennial Census

2020 census

The 2020 United States census counted 1,814 people, 700 households, and 417 families in North Newton. ^{[8] [9]} The population density was 1,986.9 per square mile (767.1/km²). There were 760 housing units at an average density of 832.4 per square mile (321.4/km²). ^{[9] [10]} The racial makeup was 86.6% (1,571) white or European American (84.23% non-Hispanic white), 3.91% (71) black or African-American, 0.94% (17) Native American or Alaska Native, 1.1% (20) Asian, 0.06% (1) Pacific Islander or Native Hawaiian, 2.87% (52) from other races, and 4.52% (82) from two or more races. ^[11] Hispanic or Latino of any race was 7.72% (140) of the population. ^[12]

Of the 700 households, 13.7% had children under the age of 18; 55.0% were married couples living together; 28.6% had a female householder with no spouse or partner present. 36.9% of households consisted of individuals and 24.9% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. ^[9] The average household size was 2.0 and the average family size was 2.6. ^[13] The percent of those with a bachelor’s degree or higher was estimated to be 39.8% of the population. ^[14]

11.0% of the population was under the age of 18, 20.5% from 18 to 24, 12.3% from 25 to 44, 19.3% from 45 to 64, and 36.8% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 52.8 years. For every 100 females, there were 114.9 males. ^[9] For every 100 females ages 18 and older, there were 117.2 males. ^[9]

The 2016-2020 5-year American Community Survey estimates show that the median household income was $71,298 (with a margin of error of +/- $9,759) and the median family income was $95,673 (+/- $14,406). ^[15] Males had a median income of $34,821 (+/- $17,718) versus $16,731 (+/- $8,049) for females. The median income for those above 16 years old was $26,354 (+/- $14,002). ^[16] Approximately, 2.0% of families and 5.1% of the population were below the poverty line, including 3.6% of those under the age of 18 and 4.2% of those ages 65 or over. ^{[17] [18]}

2010 census

As of the census ^[19] of 2010, there were 1,759 people, 710 households, and 387 families living in the city. The population density was 1,954.4 inhabitants per square mile (754.6/km²). There were 741 housing units at an average density of 823.3 per square mile (317.9/km²). The racial makeup of the city was 94.7% White, 1.4% African American, 0.6% Native American, 0.9% Asian, 1.0% from other races, and 1.5% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 4.2% of the population.

There were 710 households, of which 16.3% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 50.8% were married couples living together, 3.0% had a female householder with no husband present, 0.7% had a male householder with no wife present, and 45.5% were non-families. 43.0% of all households were made up of individuals, and 32% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 1.96 and the average family size was 2.69.

The median age in the city was 48.6 years. 13.6% of residents were under the age of 18; 21.2% were between the ages of 18 and 24; 11.5% were from 25 to 44; 20.6% were from 45 to 64; and 33.2% were 65 years of age or older. The gender makeup of the city was 45.7% male and 54.3% female.

2000 census

As of the census ^[20] of 2000, there were 1,522 people, 604 households, and 335 families living in the city. The population density was 1,775.4 inhabitants per square mile (685.5/km²). There were 632 housing units at an average density of 737.2 per square mile (284.6/km²). The racial makeup of the city was 93.96% White, 2.04% African American, 0.20% Native American, 0.33% Asian, 0.33% Pacific Islander, 1.97% from other races, and 1.18% from two or more races. Hispanic or Latino of any race were 2.83% of the population. ^{[21] [22]}

There were 604 households, out of which 14.7% had children under the age of 18 living with them, 53.6% were married couples living together, 1.3% had a female householder with no husband present, and 44.4% were non-families. 42.2% of all households were made up of individuals, and 31.1% had someone living alone who was 65 years of age or older. The average household size was 1.89 and the average family size was 2.55.

In the city, the population was spread out, with 10.8% under the age of 18, 23.3% from 18 to 24, 12.4% from 25 to 44, 18.1% from 45 to 64, and 35.3% who were 65 years of age or older. The median age was 49 years. For every 100 females, there were 79.1 males. For every 100 females age 18 and over, there were 76.5 males.

As of 2000 the median income for a household in the city was $36,974, and the median income for a family was $52,500. Males had a median income of $40,769 versus $23,056 for females. The per capita income for the city was $18,869. About 3.6% of families and 6.8% of the population were below the poverty line, including 5.3% of those under age 18 and 6.8% of those age 65 or over.

Government

The North Newton government consists of a mayor and five council members. The council meets the 2nd Monday of each month at 7PM. ^[23]

• City Hall, 2601 N Main.

Education

Primary and secondary education

The community is served by Newton USD 373 public school district.

College

North Newton is home to Bethel College, the oldest Mennonite college in the United States since its founding in 1887. ^[24]

Infrastructure

1915 Railroad Map of Harvey County

Transportation

Interstate I-135 runs along the north side of North Newton.

Utilities

• Internet
  • Cable is provided by Cox Communications.
  • Wireless is provided by Pixius Communications.
  • Satellite is provided by HughesNet, StarBand, WildBlue.
• TV
  • Cable is provided by Cox Communications.
  • Satellite is provided by DirecTV, Dish Network.
  • Terrestrial is provided by regional digital TV stations.
• Telephone
  • Landline is provided by AT&T.
  • Cellular is provided by AT&T Mobility.
• Electricity
  • City is provided by Westar Energy.
• Gas
  • Service is provided by Kansas Gas Service.
• Water
  • City is provided by City of Newton, billed by City of North Newton.
  • Rural is provided by Harvey County RWD #1 (map).
• Sewer
  • Service is billed by City of North Newton.
• Trash
  • Service is billed by City of North Newton.

Notable people

See also: List of Bethel College people

• Kate E. Brubacher, United States Attorney for the District of Kansas
• Rachel deBenedet, actress and singer.

See also

• List of people from Harvey County, Kansas
• National Register of Historic Places listings in Harvey County, Kansas
• Bethel Threshers
• Threshing Stone
• Chisholm Trail

References

1. U.S. Geological Survey Geographic Names Information System: North Newton, Kansas
2. "2019 U.S. Gazetteer Files". United States Census Bureau. Retrieved July 24, 2020.
3. "Profile of North Newton, Kansas in 2020". United States Census Bureau. Archived from the original on November 12, 2021. Retrieved November 11, 2021.
4. "Kansas Post Offices, 1828-1961 (archived)". Kansas Historical Society. Archived from the original on October 9, 2013. Retrieved June 11, 2014.
5. "US Gazetteer files 2010". United States Census Bureau. Archived from the original on February 20, 2011. Retrieved July 6, 2012.
6. Climate Summary for North Newton, Kansas
7. Kauffman Museum at Bethel College
8. "US Census Bureau, Table P16: HOUSEHOLD TYPE". data.census.gov. Retrieved January 3, 2024.
9. "US Census Bureau, Table DP1: PROFILE OF GENERAL POPULATION AND HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS". data.census.gov. Retrieved January 3, 2024.
10. Bureau, US Census. "Gazetteer Files". Census.gov. Retrieved December 30, 2023.
11. "US Census Bureau, Table P1: RACE". data.census.gov. Retrieved January 3, 2024.
12. "US Census Bureau, Table P2: HISPANIC OR LATINO, AND NOT HISPANIC OR LATINO BY RACE". data.census.gov. Retrieved January 3, 2024.
13. "US Census Bureau, Table S1101: HOUSEHOLDS AND FAMILIES". data.census.gov. Retrieved January 3, 2024.
14. "US Census Bureau, Table S1501: EDUCATIONAL ATTAINMENT". data.census.gov. Retrieved January 3, 2024.
15. "US Census Bureau, Table S1903: MEDIAN INCOME IN THE PAST 12 MONTHS (IN 2020 INFLATION-ADJUSTED DOLLARS)". data.census.gov. Retrieved January 3, 2024.
16. "US Census Bureau, Table S2001: EARNINGS IN THE PAST 12 MONTHS (IN 2020 INFLATION-ADJUSTED DOLLARS)". data.census.gov. Retrieved January 3, 2024.
17. "US Census Bureau, Table S1701: POVERTY STATUS IN THE PAST 12 MONTHS". data.census.gov. Retrieved January 3, 2024.
18. "US Census Bureau, Table S1702: POVERTY STATUS IN THE PAST 12 MONTHS OF FAMILIES". data.census.gov. Retrieved January 3, 2024.
19. "U.S. Census website". United States Census Bureau . Retrieved July 6, 2012.
20. "U.S. Census website". United States Census Bureau . Retrieved January 31, 2008.
21. U.S. Census Bureau - 2000 Census, Population and Housing Unit Counts for Kansas
22. U.S. Census Bureau - 1990 Census, Population and Housing Unit Counts for Kansas
23. North Newton - Directory of Public Officials
24. "History of Bethel | Bethel College". www.bethelks.edu. Retrieved February 4, 2020.

Further reading

See also: List of books about Harvey County, Kansas

External links

City

• North Newton - Official
• North Newton - Directory of Public Officials, League of Kansas Municipalities

Historical

• Harvey County Genealogical Society
• Harvey County Roots
• Rachel Buller - Fighting For Art on YouTube, from Hatteberg's People on KAKE TV news

Maps

• North Newton City Map, KDOT
• Topo Map of Newton / North Newton / Walton area, USGS
• Harvey County Maps: Current, Historic, KDOT