Newton, IA has a higher rate of violent crime than the US average, with 23.5 reported incidents per 1,000 people compared to the national average of 22.7. Additionally, Newton also has a higher rate of property crime than the US average, with 47.3 reported incidents per 1,000 people compared to the national average of 35.4. This means that Newton has more crime than the typical American city and should be monitored carefully by local law enforcement authorities and community members alike to ensure safety for all citizens.
Crime is ranked on a scale of 1 (low crime) to 100 (high crime)
Newton violent crime is 23.5. (The US average is 22.7)
Newton property crime is 47.3. (The US average is 35.4)
NOTE: Click on the links below to see charts for each crime category.