North Newton, Kansas facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
North Newton, Kansas
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Memorial Hall on Bethel College campus
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Location within Harvey County and Kansas
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| Country | United States |
| State | Kansas |
| County | Harvey |
| Township | Newton |
| Incorporated | 1938 |
| Named for | North of Newton |
| Government | |
| • Type | Council-Manager |
| Area | |
| • 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 | 1,437 ft (438 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,814 |
| • Density | 1,972/sq mi (765.4/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (CST) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (CDT) |
| ZIP code |
67117
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| Area code | 316 |
| FIPS code | 20-51225 |
| GNIS ID | 478000 |
North Newton is a city in Harvey County, Kansas, United States. As of the 2020 census, the population of the city was 1,814. 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.
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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.
Geography
North Newton is located at 38°4′26″N 97°20′47″W / 38.07389°N 97.34639°W (38.073865, -97.346355) and immediately north 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.
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.
Area attractions
- Kauffman Museum at Bethel College
Demographics
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 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% | |
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2010 census
As of the census 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.
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.
Infrastructure
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
- Rachel deBenedet actress and singer.
See also
In Spanish: North Newton (Kansas) para niños
