Explore Newton, Kansas, with this interactive street and satellite map.
This page also offers TOPO MAPS — the official USGS topographic sheets — plus USGS aerial imagery, a labelled USNG grid overlay, a distance and bearing tool, and a GPS grid-reference readout. See How to Use This Map below.
This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Newton, Kansas. Use the Map and Satellite buttons above to switch between street map and aerial imagery views. Use the + and − buttons to zoom in or out, or scroll your mouse wheel while holding the Control key to zoom. On a touchscreen, use a two-finger pinch gesture. Drag the map to pan to any area of Kansas or beyond.
Click ⛶ Fullscreen to expand the map to fill your screen. To return to the normal page view, press the Escape key, click the ✕ Exit Fullscreen button that appears above the map, or on a mobile device tap the back button (Android) or the close icon (iOS).
TOPO MAPS — NEW. Click the green 🔍 Search Maps button below the map to open a second map with a Base map row offering three choices. OSM is the standard OpenStreetMap street map. Topo shows the official USGS topographic maps from The National Map — contours, hydrography, land cover and shaded relief, the same mapping used for hiking, hunting and back-country navigation in the Adirondacks, the Catskills and the Finger Lakes. Imagery shows USGS aerial photography, mostly 1-metre NAIP. The search box finds any US town, county or landmark by name, so you are not limited to Newton.
Reading the map like a paper quad. Click Grid to overlay the U.S. National Grid (USNG), labelled along the edges exactly as a printed topographic sheet is — at normal zoom the squares are one kilometre across, so you can read a six-figure grid reference by eye and judge distance directly off the map. Click Measure, then tap two points, to get the distance between them together with the grid bearing in degrees and mils, the true bearing, and the magnetic bearing to set on a compass.
Click 📍 My position to take a single GPS reading from your device. It marks where you are and reports your position as a USNG grid reference as well as plain latitude and longitude — USNG being the format FEMA and US search and rescue teams work from — with a Copy position button so you can paste it straight into a text message. It takes one reading and stops, rather than tracking continuously, to conserve your battery. Note that map tiles need cell coverage, but a GPS reading does not — your coordinates stay correct even where the map itself cannot load.
| City | Newton |
| State | Kansas (KS) |
| County | Harvey County |
| Country | United States of America |
| Timezone | Central Time (America/Chicago) |
| Latitude | 38.036745 |
| Longitude | -97.34492 |
| Population | 18,602 |
| Density | 492.8 /km² |
| Incorporated | Yes |
| ZIP Code | 67114 |
| Area Code | 785 |
| County Seat | Newton |
| School District | Newton Unified School District 373 |
Newton rises from the expansive, flat prairie of the central plains where the sky dominates the horizon with a vast and shifting clarity. It lies 24.5 miles north of Wichita, KS (from Wichita, KS: bearing 359°T), and is situated 7.9 miles southeast of Hesston.
The landscape around Newton reveals itself through a subtle interplay of earth and wind, defined by the quiet presence of Sand Creek as it meanders through the local terrain. A short distance away, Gast Lake offers a still, reflective surface that mirrors the intense colors of the Kansas sunsets. Okerberg Park provides a dedicated space for the community to engage with the natural environment, serving as a verdant anchor for residents. The open fields surrounding the area are characterized by a sense of endurance, where the tallgrass and occasional cottonwoods sway in rhythm with the persistent breeze. Every evening, the light softens against the flat expanse, casting long, elegant shadows that define the character of the horizon.
Newton emerged as a vital hub during the era of the cattle drives, eventually transforming into a center for agriculture and commerce that reflects the hard work of its settlers. The economy relies heavily on the strength of its wheat production and a diverse industrial base that maintains a steady momentum through the decades. Local businesses and manufacturing facilities continue to provide a foundation for growth, drawing upon the resilience forged by the generations who first broke the prairie soil. This history of industry is punctuated by the architectural integrity of the county-seat limestone courthouse, which stands as a functional monument to the permanence of the region. The people of Newton maintain a practical, industrious spirit, valuing the quiet reliability of their craft and the steady pace of their daily commerce.
Cultural life in Newton flourishes through a commitment to the arts and a deep appreciation for its unique heritage, often celebrated in local gatherings that bring neighbors together. The community takes pride in its notable landmarks, which serve as gathering points for those who appreciate the intersection of historical architecture and modern life. Among the individuals who have contributed to the cultural landscape, the writer William Inge remains a figure of genuine renown, his work capturing the authentic tensions and quiet aspirations of life on the plains. Annual events provide a regular cadence to the calendar, fostering a sense of connection that defines the social atmosphere of the place. Newton fosters an environment where the arts and civic life are held in equal regard, ensuring that the character of the populace remains as grounded and enduring as the land itself.
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This page provides an embedded street and satellite map of Newton, Kansas. Coordinates: 38.036745, -97.34492. Live weather conditions are sourced directly from the National Weather Service. Real-time local and world news feeds keep the page current.
Detailed location data for Newton includes the ZIP code (67114), telephone area code (785), county seat of Harvey County (Newton), and school district assignment (Newton Unified School District 373).
Search Maps opens a second, independent map. It searches OpenStreetMap for any US town, county or landmark by name; offers USGS topographic maps and USGS aerial imagery as base layers; overlays a labelled U.S. National Grid (USNG) so the map can be read like a printed topographic quad; measures distance and grid, true and magnetic bearings between any two points; and takes a single GPS fix reporting your position as a USNG grid reference and as latitude and longitude. Map tiles require cell coverage, but a GPS position does not, so the coordinates remain correct even where the map cannot load.
Location data is drawn from the USGS Geographic Names Information System (GNIS) and cross-verified against 2020 US Census records by coordinate proximity. Population figures are sourced from the 2020 US Census.
| Page generated | September 2026 |
| Location data | SimpleMaps US Cities Database; coordinates matched to USGS GNIS definitive data |
| Map layers | Google Maps; © OpenStreetMap contributors; USGS The National Map topographic and aerial imagery (public domain); magnetic declination from NOAA NCEI (World Magnetic Model) |
| Wikipedia validation | Article content matched to USGS GNIS coordinates via Wikipedia geosearch API. |