Newton, County seat in central Iowa, United States.
Newton serves as the county seat of Jasper County in central Iowa, situated among rolling hills and farmland east of Des Moines. The city features residential neighborhoods and local businesses that shape its daily rhythm.
The city took its name in 1847 to honor Revolutionary War soldier John Newton and became officially incorporated in 1857. This founding coincided with the region's growth as an agricultural center.
The community theater presents regular performances, and the downtown keeps many historic buildings listed in the National Register of Historic Places.
Visitors can find shops, restaurants, and services in downtown that are easy to reach on foot. The city layout is flat and easy to navigate for walkers and travelers.
The city is a major manufacturing hub for wind energy components, with producers supplying turbine parts for renewable energy projects. This industry has made it a significant node in the green energy sector.
Location: Jasper County
Inception: 1850
Elevation above the sea: 290 m
Website: http://newtongov.org
GPS coordinates: 41.69861,-93.04694
Latest update: December 13, 2025 21:58
Iowa Speedway
3.7 km
Rock Creek State Park
17.9 km
Conard Environmental Research Area
15.3 km
St. Stephen's Episcopal Church
377 m
Jasper County Courthouse
620 m
German Evangelical Reformed Church
13.7 km
August H. Bergman House
131 m
Newton Arboretum and Botanical Gardens
2.6 km
James Norman Hall House
16.1 km
First Avenue East Historic District
148 m
J.G. and Regina Long House
20.7 km
Red Bridge
17.7 km
Emerson Hough Elementary School
550 m
Thomas Arthur House
939 m
Byal Orchard Historic District
19.5 km
First Avenue West Historic District
1 km
Trainland U.S.A.
17.4 km
Jacob Krumm Ahrens Access
21.7 km
Agnes Patterson Memorial Park
2.2 km
Bailey Wildlife Area
9.1 km
Schlosser Park
16.7 km
Rock Creek Beach
17 km
Colfax Golf Club
17.8 km
Gateway Recreation Golf Course
20.6 km
Oakland Acres Golf Club
19.1 km
Fred Maytag Bowl
1.2 km
Fred Maytag Bowl
1.2 km
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