Newton Population 2026
Newton has a population of 15,125, making it the #3088 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Iowa. It is about 582× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
15,125
Rank in United States
#3088
Coordinates
41.70°N, 93.05°W
~290 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
1,391 km
864 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Iowa
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Des Moines | 214,133 | #109 |
| Cedar Rapids | 130,405 | #217 |
| Davenport | 102,582 | #313 |
| Sioux City | 82,821 | #436 |
| Iowa City | 74,220 | #508 |
| Waterloo | 68,460 | #562 |
| Ames | 65,060 | #607 |
| West Des Moines | 64,113 | #623 |
Cities near Newton
- Marshalltown27,620 people · ~41 km away
- Ankeny56,764 people · ~46 km away
- Des Moines214,133 people · ~48 km away
- Johnston20,871 people · ~54 km away
- Urbandale44,062 people · ~56 km away
- West Des Moines64,113 people · ~57 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Newton?
Newton has a population of 15,125 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #3088 biggest city in United States.
What state is Newton in?
Newton is located in Iowa, United States.
Is Newton the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 1,391 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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