Median Income
$82,000
9% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
9.1%
73% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$930
20% lower than US avg
Unemployment
10.2%
183% higher than US avg
How Norfolk County Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population67,490
Median Age48.8 yrs
Density109/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Economy
B
Median Income$82,000
Per CapitaN/A
Unemployment10.2%
PovertyN/A
Commute28 min
Housing
A+
Home ValueN/A
Rent$930
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units27,590
Rent Burden15.6%
Climate
Avg Temp49°F
AQIN/A
Rain38.3 in/yr
Education
D
Bachelor's+9.1%
High School+31.6%
Graduate+2.3%
Is Norfolk County a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Norfolk County receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Norfolk County offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Norfolk County is $82,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. At 10.2%, unemployment is notably high. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
Renters pay a median of $930 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.
Education
9.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 31.6% have completed high school.
Climate & Weather
Norfolk County experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.3 inches, including 39.4 inches of snow.
Norfolk County has a population of 67,490 with a density of 109 people per square mile. The median age is 48.8 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.6%), with 1.6% Asian.
Population
67,490
Total Population
2021 Census
48.8yrs
Median Age
25% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Norfolk County vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 87.7% |
| 12% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.8% |
| 94% below US avg |
| Other Languages | 11.5% |
Social Characteristics
Norfolk County vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Norfolk County is $82,000, which is 9% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 10.2% (above the 3.6% US average). Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Income: Norfolk County vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $82,000 |
| 9% above US avg |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 10.2% |
| 183% above US avg |
| |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 28.0 min |
| Drive Alone | 88.1% |
| Public Transit | 0.2% |
| Work from Home | 19.4% |
Monthly rent averages $930 (20% below US avg).
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $930 |
| 20% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 15.6% |
Ownership & Property
| Owner-Occupied | 81.6% |
| Renter-Occupied | 18.4% |
| Housing Units | 27,590 |
Property Tax
Health Metrics: Norfolk County vs U.S. Average (%)
Behaviors & Mental Health
Healthcare Access
Food & Exercise
Crime Rates: Norfolk County vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Norfolk County has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.3 inches.
Temperature
25°F Jan (-4°C)
71°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 49.2°F |
| 9% below US avg |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 38.3 inches |
| 1% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 39.4 inches/yr |
Geography
| Area | 616.9 sq mi (1,597.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 109/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 42.8334°N, 80.3830°W |
| Timezone | America/Toronto |