



Newton, Kansas
Newton, KS Profile
Newton, KS, population 17,190 , is located
in Kansas's Harvey county,
about 24.5 miles from Wichita and 113.7 miles from Topeka.
In the 90's the population of Newton has grown by about 3%.
It is Estimated in recent years the population of Newton has been growing at an annual rate of 1.4 percent.
Reports show that during 2003 property crime levels in the Newton area were higher than Kansas's average.
The same data shows violent crime levels to be lower than the Kansas average.
Newton Statistics
Newton Gender Information
Males in Newton: 8,296 (48%)
Females in Newton: 8,894 (52%)
As % of Population in Newton
Race Diversity in Newton
White: 87%
African American: 2%
Native American: 1%
Asian: 1%
Other/Mixed: 9%
As % of Population in Newton
Age Diversity in Newton
Median Age in Newton: 36.9 (Males in Newton: 35.0, Females in Newton: 38.5)
Newton Males Under 20: 15%
Newton Females Under 20: 14%
Newton Males 20 to 40: 13%
Newton Females 20 to 40: 13%
Newton Males 40 to 60: 12%
Newton Females 40 to 60: 13%
Newton Males Over 60: 8%
Newton Females Over 60: 12%
Economics in Newton
Newton Household Average Size: 2.43 people
Newton Median Household Income: $ 38,236
Newton Median Value of Homes: $ 67,800
Law Enforcement in Newton
Reported crimes in the Newton area during 2003:
Murder and non-negligent man-slaughter: 0
Forcible rape: 9
Robbery: 2
Aggravated assault: 44
Violent crime events per 100,000 people: 306
Burglary: 109
Larceny-theft: 552
Motor vehicle theft: 18
Arson: 8
Property crime events per 100,000 people: 3,780
Newton Location Information
Elevation: 1,448 feet above sea level.
Land Area: 7.9 Square Miles.
Nearby Towns & Cities to Newton
Newton">North Newton 1.8 Miles
Walton 6.9 Miles
Hesston 7.9 Miles
Halstead 9.4 Miles
Sedgwick 9.9 Miles
Elbing 11.8 Miles
Whitewater 12.2 Miles
Goessel 13.8 Miles
Moundridge 14.4 Miles
Bentley 14.5 Miles
Big Cities Nearest Newton
(Population 100,000+)
Wichita 24.5 Miles
Topeka 113.7 Miles
Tulsa 150.7 Miles
Overland Park 158.5 Miles
Kansas City 164.4 Miles
Kansas City 166.4 Miles
Independence 174.1 Miles
Oklahoma City 178.6 Miles
Lincoln 193.9 Miles
Springfield 229.0 Miles
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Facts
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Drug Overdose
A drug overdose occurs when you consume more drugs than your body can tolerate. Drug users are constantly flirting with the risk of a drug overdose. There is a
fine line between the high they're seeking and serious injury or death. While many victims of drug overdose recover without long term effects, there
can be serious consequences. Some drug overdoses cause the failure of major
organs like the kidneys or liver, or failure of whole systems like the
respiratory or circulatory systems. Patients who survive drug overdose may need
kidney dialysis, kidney or liver transplant, or ongoing care as a result of
heart failure, stroke, or coma. Death can occur in almost any drug overdose
situation, particularly if treatment is not started immediately.
Detox
Detox is necessary when an individual through their chronic use of drugs or alcohol has developed an addiction. The objective of detox is to help the individual achieve a drug and alcohol free state. Detox is intended to relieve the physical symptoms of withdrawal and helps prepare the individual for entry into drug rehabilitation. Therefore, the ultimate goal of detox is preparation for long term recovery from drug and alcohol addiction.
Drug Abuse
Drug abuse is defined as the chronic or habitual use of any chemical substance to alter states of body or mind for other than medically warranted purposes. Drug abuse is a problem which has an effect on people of all income levels,
ages, and stations in life. Quite often the last person to see that there is a
problem is the drug abuser them self. Every year, more and more people become
drug addicts in their pursuit to get "high".
Withdrawal
Withdrawal is what happens when a person who is addicted to drugs or alcohol discontinues use. There are numerous symptoms that take place both physically and emotionally when an addicted individual stops using. Withdrawal can last a few days to a few weeks and may include nausea or vomiting, sweating, shakiness, and anxiety. Keep in mind; this only occurs if a person has regular, heavy use of a drug or alcohol. Withdrawal can be extremely uncomfortable without professional help. Treatment for withdrawal from alcohol or drugs may require a medical professional to be present. Drug and alcohol rehabilitation is often the best way to overcome withdrawal and its symptoms as well as recovery from drug addiction.
Addiction
Addiction is one of the many consequences of so-called 'casual' drug and alcohol abuse. A loss of control over drugs and alcohol can be driven by physical or psychological factors, or sometimes both. Physical addiction takes place when the body comes to need a drug to function normally. If it is not taken, unpleasant withdrawal symptoms occur. The only way to avoid this is to take more of the drug. Psychological addiction takes place when an individual comes to rely on a drug to supply good feelings, such as relaxation, self-confidence, self esteem, and freedom from anxiety. This is not just a casual desire, it's a powerful compulsion.
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