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Newton is a city in Middlesex County, Massachusetts, United States. As of the 2020 census, its population was 92,384, making it the 11th largest city in Massachusetts. Newton is approximately 7 miles from downtown Boston.

Population

According to the Wikipedia page for Newton, the population was 92,384 as of the 2020 US Census. Newton is the 11th largest city by population in Massachusetts. It is also the largest of the 13 communities considered part of the Inner Core area west of Boston.

Some key facts about Newton's demographics:

• Racial makeup is approximately 79.2% White, 11.5% Asian, 2.5% African American, 0.1% Native American, 0.1% Pacific Islander, 2.7% from other races, and 3.9% from two or more races.
• Hispanic or Latino residents of any race make up 6.4% of the population.
• 35.8% of residents speak a language other than English at home.
• Newton has the 10th largest Jewish community and 8th largest Chinese community in Massachusetts by percentage of population.

History

Newton was settled in 1630 as part of Cambridge. It became its own town in 1688 and then a city in 1874. For much of its early history, Newton was a rural area with most residents living on small farms growing fruits, vegetables, hay, and dairy farming. In the 18th and 19th century, small mills and factories opened up around the Charles River and other streams that provided water power.

As Boston expanded in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Newton transformed into a streetcar suburb with commuter rail access. It developed into an affluent residential community. Its population grew rapidly in the post-World War II economic expansion. Its location near Boston and Route 128 has also made it popular with businesses.

For more details on Newton's history, visit the City of Newton's history page or the Newton Historic Commission.

Economy

Newton has transformed over the past century from a farming community to an affluent commuter city and significant economic center. It has a robust commercial tax base along with high median incomes and property values.

Major employers in Newton include:

• Boston College - 140 Commonwealth Ave, Chestnut Hill, MA 02467, Phone: (617) 552-8000
• Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center - 330 Brookline Ave, Boston, MA 02215, Phone: (617) 667-7000
• Sanofi Genzyme - 50 Binney St, Cambridge, MA 02142, Phone: (617) 768-9000
• TripAdvisor - 400 1st Ave, Needham, MA 02494, Phone: (781) 800-5000
• New Balance - 100 Guest St, Brighton, MA 02135, Phone: (617) 779-9091

Newton has a strong financial and business services sector. Major companies headquartered in Newton include State Street Corporation, TripAdvisor, and Wayfair.

Newton also has a thriving small business community with many retail shops and restaurants located in its 13 villages as well as along Needham Street, Washington Street, and Watertown Street.

For more on Newton's economy and commercial centers, see the Economic Development page on the City of Newton website.

Landmarks and Attractions

Some of the most notable landmarks and attractions in Newton include:

• Newton Free Library - 330 Homer St, Newton, MA 02459, Phone: (617) 796-1360. The Newton Free Library is one of the largest municipal libraries in Massachusetts with over 500,000 volumes.
• Museum of the American Indian - 2130 Massachusetts Ave, Cambridge, MA 02140, Phone: (617) 496-5997. This museum at Harvard University has one of the most extensive collections of Native American artifacts and art in the world.
• Chestnut Hill Reservoir - 2400 Beacon St, Chestnut Hill, MA 02467. The reservoir was constructed in 1870 and is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.
  
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• Crystal Lake - Rogers St, Newton, MA 02462. This 100-acre lake is popular for boating, fishing, and walking.
  
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• Newton Centre - Intersection of Beacon St & Centre St, Newton, MA 02459. Newton Centre is the city's downtown area with shops, restaurants, offices, and transit access.
  
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Some annual events that attract visitors include the Newton Festival of the Arts held each September and the Newton Open Studios event each October where artists open up their studios to the public.

Public Transportation

Newton has excellent public transportation provided by the Massachusetts Bay Transportation Authority (MBTA).

Rail service includes 4 commuter rail stations on the Framingham/Worcester line and 4 stations on the Needham line. The MBTA Newton page has a full list of commuter rail stops.

Key bus routes include:

• 501 - Runs down Washington St from downtown Newton to Boston
• 552 - Connects Newton Corner to Boston via Watertown
• 553 - Connects Waltham to Boston with stops along Moody St in Waban
• 554 - Connects Newton Highlands to Boston
• 553 - Connects Centre St in Newton Centre to Boston

The Newton Transportation Page provides additional public transit resources.

Government

Newton has a Mayor-City Council form of government. The current Mayor of Newton is Ruthanne Fuller who was elected in 2017 and re-elected in 2021. The City Council consists of 24 elected members.

Contact information for Newton City Hall:

Newton City Hall
1000 Commonwealth Avenue
Newton Centre, MA 02459
Phone: (617) 796-1000

The City of Newton website contains information on all city departments, services, programs, and community resources.

Newton Public Schools

Public schools in Newton are operated by Newton Public Schools district. The district has 22 elementary schools, 4 middle schools, and 2 public high schools. There are approximately 11,000 students enrolled in Newton public schools.

The two public high schools in Newton are:

• Newton North High School - 457 Walnut St, Newtonville, MA 02460, Phone: (617) 559-6000
• Newton South High School - 140 Brandeis Rd, Newton Centre, MA 02459, Phone: (617) 559-6100

In addition, there are several private K-12 schools located in Newton including Mount Alvernia Academy, Mount Ida College, Newton Country Day School, Solomon Schechter Day School, and The Roxbury Latin School.

The Newton Public Schools website has more information on the district, schools, and enrollment.

Sports and Recreation

Popular sports teams based in Newton include:

• Boston College Eagles - NCAA Division I athletics including football, basketball, and ice hockey.
• Boston Wildcats - Women's ultimate frisbee team.
• New England Free Jacks - Professional rugby union team competing in Major League Rugby.

Popular parks and recreation spots include Crystal Lake, the Charles River Pathway, Flowed Meadow, Kennard Park, Newton Centre Playground, and Newton Common.

The Newton Parks, Recreation and Culture Department oversees parks, fields, pools, golf courses, and community centers in the city.

Facebook

You can follow Newton news and events on the City of Newton Facebook page.

Additional Local Resources

Other useful community resources include:

• Newton Community Pride - Local nonprofit supporting community improvements.
• Newton Free Library - Public library system with branches across Newton.
• Newton Community Education - Adult education, enrichment, and training programs.
• YMCA of Newton - Community programs, childcare, camps, and fitness.

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