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The jobs outlook in Newton, NJ is very promising. According to the data provided, job growth in the area is 8.00%, which is significantly higher than that of the US as a whole at 30.54%. The unemployment rate for Newton stands at 3.6%, which is lower than the national average of 4.1%. These figures demonstrate a healthy economy and indicate that there are a lot of opportunities for those looking for work in Newton.

The unemployment rate in Newton is 7.7% (U.S. avg. is 6.0%)

You Should Know

- That Job Growth in Newton has been Negative.
- Jobs have Decreased by 7.2% over the past year.
- The average salary in Newton is $69,107.
- The median home cost in Newton is $350,200

Job Helpful Resources

- Best paying jobs in Newton? Law Enforcement ($115,575)
- Worst paying jobs? Personal Care ($16,071)
- Highest paying industry jobs? Finance and Insurance ($111,250)
- Lowest paying industry jobs? Accommodation and Food Services ($20,625)
- Average Income of Residents in Newton (  Unlock) compared to USA ($37,638)
- The Unemployment Rate in Newton (  Unlock) is higher than USA (6)

Process of Job Search

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Diverse and inclusive employers are looking for job seekers with a wide range of skills and experience. You can find jobs in Newton, New Jersey that match your qualifications.

     JobsNewton, New JerseyUnited States
    Unlock$37,638
    Unlock$69,021
    Unlock6
    Unlock-6.2%
    Unlock33.5%
  Average Salary by OccupationNewton, New JerseyUnited States
  Management  Unlock$77,236
  Business, Financial  Unlock$68,299
  Computer, Math  Unlock$87,306
  Architecture, Engineering  Unlock$86,023
  Sciences  Unlock$66,034
  Social Service  Unlock$44,925
  Legal  Unlock$88,013
  Education  Unlock$44,678
  Arts, Entertainment  Unlock$43,591
  Health Practitioners  Unlock$75,327
  Health Technicians  Unlock$41,524
  Healthcare Support  Unlock$25,441
  Fire Fighters  Unlock$35,516
  Law Enforcement  Unlock$64,941
  Food Prep, Serving  Unlock$16,379
  Cleaning, Maintenance  Unlock$23,378
  Personal Care  Unlock$15,351
  Sales, Related  Unlock$33,178
  Office Admin, Support  Unlock$35,058
  Farming, Fishing, Forestry  Unlock$25,716
  Construction, Extraction  Unlock$41,315
  Maintence, Repair  Unlock$48,436
  Production  Unlock$38,103
  Transportation  Unlock$39,572
  Material Moving  Unlock$25,906
  Average Salary by IndustryNewton, New JerseyUnited States
  Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing and Hunting $31,273
  Mining, Quarrying, and Oil and Gas Extraction $74,432
  Construction  Unlock$44,287
  Manufacturing  Unlock$51,585
  Wholesale Trade $51,301
  Retail Trade  Unlock$26,757
  Transportation and Warehousing  Unlock$43,256
  Utilities $77,546
  Information  Unlock$61,268
  Finance and Insurance  Unlock$65,016
  Real Estate and Rental and Leasing  Unlock$46,406
  Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services  Unlock$73,907
  Management of Companies and Enterprises $75,118
  Administrative and Support and Waste Services  Unlock$30,687
  Educational Services  Unlock$44,708
  Health Care and Social Assistance  Unlock$40,852
  Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation  Unlock$25,861
  Accommodation and Food Services  Unlock$18,154
  Other Services  Unlock$29,481
  Public Administration  Unlock$61,644
Unemployment by Year (Years 1990 to 2021)
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Over 15 years ago

newton is not like it used to be. i grew up in newton and moved away for a long time. i moved back, and even though some of the small town charm is still here. i've  More

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We have lived in Newton for the last 30+ years and things have changed quite a bit. Sussex county was an alternative to Morris, Passaic and Bergen counties, but this is  More

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Over 19 years ago

If your going to live in Northern New Jersey, Sussex County is your best option. Hudson County is the most overcrowded area of the entire state. Passaic and Essex  More

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