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Newton, NJ
Newton · Sussex County · NJ 07860
Updated October 14, 2026 · Would You Live There?
Think twice
Verdict
$367K
Median Price
20/100
Walk Score
5.7/10
Schools
91 min
to Midtown Manhattan, NY
Score Breakdown
BAffordability
78/100
BSafety
78/100
C-Schools
57/100
B+Quietness
80/100
FCommute
15/100
FWalkability
20/100
WYLT Score55/100
Our Take
Newton, NJ is a suburban town with a strong sense of community, good schools, and a relatively low cost of living. However, its car-dependent layout and limited walkability may not be ideal for everyone. The town's remote location also means a long commute to Midtown Manhattan, which may be a drawback for some.
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The Good
- ✓Good schools
- ✓Strong sense of community
- ✓Relatively low cost of living
- ✓Low flood risk
Real Talk
- !Car-dependent layout
- !Limited job opportunities in the town itself
- !Long commute to Midtown Manhattan
- !Limited public transportation options
- $High costs of car ownership and maintenance
- $Potential costs of long commute to Manhattan
- $Possible need for additional childcare or after-school programs
Best For
Families with kidsRetireesPeople who value a strong sense of communityThose who don't mind a car-dependent lifestyle
Risk Snapshot
Flood riskLow
Violent crimeLow
Property crimeModerate
Air qualityGood
Price volatilityModerate
Crime & Safety
Newton, NJ
B
Safety grade
Safety score78 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Low1.6incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+
57% safer than the national average
🔒Property Crime
Moderate19.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+
2% higher than the national average
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