Economy & Jobs — Newton, Illinois
Income & Employment
| Median Household Income (Census) | $61,761 |
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| Estimated 2026 | ~$66,700 |
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| Per Capita Income | $30,897 |
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| Poverty Rate | 11.1% |
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| Unemployment Rate | 1.3% |
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| In Labor Force | 1,462 |
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Top Industries
| Industry | Share |
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| Education Healthcare | 21.9% |
| Retail | 16.8% |
| Manufacturing | 15.0% |
Local Businesses (County)
| Type | Count |
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| Commercial Banks | 6 |
| Insurance Agencies | 6 |
| Fast Food | 6 |
| Full Service Restaurants | 5 |
| Bars | 5 |
| Gas Stations | 4 |
| Child Day Care | 4 |
| New Car Dealers | 3 |
| Physician Offices | 3 |
Sources: Census ACS 5-Year 2023; BLS QCEW 2023; Census ACS 5-Year 2023, B19013.
