Newton Population 2026
Newton has a population of 19,216, making it the #2480 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Kansas. It is about 458× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
19,216
Rank in United States
#2480
Coordinates
38.05°N, 97.35°W
~441 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
1,767 km
1,097 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Kansas
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Wichita | 396,119 | #49 |
| Overland Park | 186,515 | #139 |
| Kansas City | 152,933 | #179 |
| Olathe | 134,305 | #208 |
| Topeka | 125,963 | #233 |
| Lawrence | 93,917 | #356 |
| Shawnee | 65,046 | #608 |
| Manhattan | 56,308 | #745 |
Cities near Newton
- Wichita396,119 people · ~39 km away
- Hutchinson41,569 people · ~51 km away
- Derby23,509 people · ~56 km away
- Salina47,813 people · ~91 km away
- Emporia24,649 people · ~109 km away
- Junction City24,621 people · ~118 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Newton?
Newton has a population of 19,216 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #2480 biggest city in United States.
What state is Newton in?
Newton is located in Kansas, United States.
Is Newton the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 1,767 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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