About Newton, NJ
Newton is a town in New Jersey with a population of 7,935. Newton is in Sussex County. Living in Newton offers residents an urban suburban mix feel and most residents own their homes. Many young professionals and retirees live in Newton. The public schools in Newton are above average.
History of Newton, NJ
Newton was incorporated on April 11, 1864 from portions of Newton Township, which was also partitioned to create Andover Township and Hampton Township, and was then dissolved. Additional land was acquired from Andover Township in 1869 and 1927; and from Fredon Township in 1920.
