Whether you’ve lived here all your life or are just beginning your life
in this area, we’re glad you’re in Newton, Kansas!
Just 20 minutes north of Wichita, Newton offers a small-town lifestyle
with easy access to the conveniences of the metropolitan area. Our
residents enjoy a low cost of living and safe environment for children,
as well as abundant recreational and entertainment opportunities. A
thriving downtown, unique local businesses, shops and restaurants,
multicultural diversity, and a strong sense of community give Newton a
one-of-a-kind identity.
From the city’s lawless Wild West beginnings and the coming of the
railroad, to the immigration of the Mennonites and the introduction of
Turkey Red hard winter wheat, Newton embraces its rich history. A trip
through the heart of the city, past many historic buildings now put to
modern use, will reveal Newton’s pride in its heritage and vision for
the future.
A vision for Newton that includes state-of-the-art health care and
mental health services that are second to none. Newton Medical Center, a
private, not-for-profit hospital, continues to enhance its offerings to
the community and provides a wide range of specialty services in
addition to serving the city’s basic medical needs.
Newton-based Prairie View is a not-for-profit mental health center that
provides a complete range of psychiatric services. Newton Fire/EMS
offers some of the best emergency medical care in the area.
Newton’s school system is known for its strong community support and
highly qualified teachers. Newton High School boasts award-winning
programs in academics, athletics, and fine arts. One of Newton’s two
middle schools, Chisholm, is a finalist in the national Schools of
Distinction competition, which honors schools that create innovative
educational programs.
Newton also has a strong faith community, with about 50 churches calling
Newton home. From its Mennonite roots, Newton has grown in religious
diversity and many denominations are represented.
The city’s continuous new industrial development brings new employment
opportunities to Newton, and residential growth shows our community is
becoming known as a terrific place to live and raise a family.
We hope you take advantage of everything the city has to offer. Take a
walk on the Sand Creek bike path. Browse our unique shops and antique
stores. Visit our museums. Play a round at Sand Creek Station Golf
Course. Join us for the Chisholm Trail Festival and the Harvey County
Free Fair.
Welcome to Newton! We’re happy to have you with us.
