Newton, Texas
presidential history
Presidential margin, 2004–2024
Democratic minus Republican, by election
| Year | Margin (D minus R) |
|---|---|
| 2004 | −11.0% |
| 2008 | −24.2% |
| 2012 | −30.8% |
| 2016 | −45.8% |
| 2020 | −54.8% |
| 2024 | −61.1% |
DemocraticRepublican
6 presidential elections
| Year | Won | Democratic | Republican | Other | Margin | Swing | vs U.S. | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| R | 19.2%Harris131 | 80.3%Trump547 | 0.4% | R+61.1 | R+6.3 | R+59.6 | 681 | |
| R | 22.2%Biden156 | 77.0%Trump541 | 0.9% | R+54.8 | R+9.0 | R+59.2 | 703 | |
| R | 26.2%Clinton170 | 72.0%Trump467 | 1.8% | R+45.8 | R+15.0 | R+47.9 | 649 | |
| R | 33.9%Obama239 | 64.7%Romney456 | 1.4% | R+30.8 | R+6.6 | R+34.6 | 705 | |
| R | 36.9%Obama244 | 61.0%McCain404 | 2.1% | R+24.2 | R+13.2 | R+31.4 | 662 | |
| R | 44.5%Kerry319 | 55.5%Bush398 | 0.0% | R+11.0 | — | R+8.6 | 717 |
Newton sits in the Gulf South and Southern Plains. In 2024 it voted Republican.
Across the recorded series it reached a Republican high of 61.1 points in 2024. Between 2020 and 2024 the city moved 6.3 points toward the Republican candidate; the 2024 margin was 61.1 points.
A population of 2,534, a 72% non-Hispanic-white share, and a median household income of $56,172 describe the city.
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Frequently asked questions
How did Newton, Texas vote in 2024?
In 2024, Newton, Texas voted Republican by 61.1 points (R+61.1), carried by the Republican candidate. Out of 681 votes cast, 131 went Democratic and 547 went Republican.
How many people live in Newton, Texas?
Newton, Texas has a population of 2,534 according to the 2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates from the US Census Bureau.
What is the median household income in Newton, Texas?
Median household income in Newton, Texas is $56,172 — below the national median of $80,734. The Texas state median is $78,476.
What is the political history of Newton, Texas?
Akashic tracks 6 presidential elections in Newton, Texas from 2004 to 2024. Of those, 0 went Democratic and 6 went Republican.