Newton, Illinois
presidential history
Presidential margin, 2004–2024
Democratic minus Republican, by election
| Year | Margin (D minus R) |
|---|---|
| 2004 | −27.6% |
| 2008 | −10.6% |
| 2012 | −31.5% |
| 2016 | −49.6% |
| 2020 | −50.8% |
| 2024 | −50.8% |
DemocraticRepublican
6 presidential elections
| Year | Won | Democratic | Republican | Other | Margin | Swing | vs U.S. | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| R | 23.5%Harris345 | 74.3%Trump1,091 | 2.2% | R+50.8 | ±0.0 | R+49.3 | 1,469 | |
| R | 23.9%Biden379 | 74.6%Trump1,186 | 1.5% | R+50.8 | R+1.2 | R+55.2 | 1,589 | |
| R | 22.5%Clinton329 | 72.2%Trump1,053 | 5.3% | R+49.6 | R+18.2 | R+51.7 | 1,459 | |
| R | 33.3%Obama482 | 64.8%Romney937 | 1.9% | R+31.5 | R+20.8 | R+35.3 | 1,446 | |
| R | 43.3%Obama664 | 54.0%McCain827 | 2.7% | R+10.6 | D+16.9 | R+17.9 | 1,532 | |
| R | 36.1%Kerry562 | 63.7%Bush991 | 0.2% | R+27.6 | — | R+25.1 | 1,556 |
Newton sits in the Upper Midwest. In 2024 it voted Republican.
Across the recorded series it reached a Republican high of 50.8 points in 2020. The 2024 margin was 50.8 points.
A population of 2,932, a 97% non-Hispanic-white share, and a median household income of $61,761 describe the city.
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Frequently asked questions
How did Newton, Illinois vote in 2024?
In 2024, Newton, Illinois voted Republican by 50.8 points (R+50.8), carried by the Republican candidate. Out of 1,469 votes cast, 345 went Democratic and 1,091 went Republican.
How many people live in Newton, Illinois?
Newton, Illinois has a population of 2,932 according to the 2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates from the US Census Bureau.
What is the median household income in Newton, Illinois?
Median household income in Newton, Illinois is $61,761 — below the national median of $80,734. The Illinois state median is $83,390.
What is the political history of Newton, Illinois?
Akashic tracks 6 presidential elections in Newton, Illinois from 2004 to 2024. Of those, 0 went Democratic and 6 went Republican.