Norfolk, CT

Connecticut

Norfolk is a small town in Connecticut with a population of 608. Residents earn $85,313 per year, which is 14% above the national average.

4.7 /5.0
A+ Excellent
608 Population 529/sq mi density
$85,313 Median Income $55,491 per capita
$325,000 Home Value $468,532 Zillow
$1,112 Median Rent
46°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.7 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$85,313 median income, 1.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$325,000 home value, $1,112/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
50.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $85,313
14% higher than US avg
Home Value $325,000
15% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 50.2%
49% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,112
4% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 27.4%
15% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.6%
71% lower than US avg

How Norfolk Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population608
Median Age40.5 yrs
Density529/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 88%

Economy

A+
Median Income$85,313
Per Capita$55,491
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty3.6%
County GDP$6,465M
Commute37 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$325,000
Rent$1,112
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$468,532

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity27.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.9%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI39 (Good)
Rain52.9 in/yr
Elevation1,301 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+50.2%
High School+99.1%
School Score6.10

Community

2024 VoteR 50% / D 49%
Commute37 min
EV Stations1
Libraries21

Is Norfolk a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Norfolk receives an overall livability score of 4.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Norfolk stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Norfolk is $85,313, 14% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. Only 3.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Norfolk is $325,000, 15% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,112 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.8x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Norfolk is a highly educated community — 50.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 99.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Norfolk experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.9 inches, including 74.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Norfolk has a population of 608 with a density of 529 people per square mile. The median age is 40.5 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.2%), with 10% Hispanic.

Population

608
Total Population
529
People / sq mi
40.5yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.8%
Female 48.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Norfolk vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.3%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.7%
80% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Norfolk vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Norfolk is $85,313, which is 14% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes.

Income: Norfolk vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$85,313
14% above US avg
Per Capita Income$55,491
Avg Weekly Wage$1,237
IRS Avg AGI$105,475

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.1%
69% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.6%
71% below US avg
Establishments (County)4,670
County GDP$6,465M

Business (County)

Restaurants273
Healthcare340
Retail378
Manufacturing152

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$9,102
160% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.80%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time36.5 min
Work from Home24.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Norfolk is $325,000, 15% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,112 (4% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $468,532.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$325,000
15% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$468,532

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,112
4% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,351
1 Bedroom$1,590
2 Bedrooms$1,955
3 Bedrooms$2,415
4 Bedrooms$2,824

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied61.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$9,102
160% above US avg
Effective Rate2.80%
In Norfolk, 27.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 22.9% report depression. 19.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Norfolk vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity27.4%
15% below US avg
Diabetes7.1%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure25.4%
Asthma10.7%
COPD4.6%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.1%
Physical Inactivity19.3%
Depression22.9%
Mental Distress16.3%
Physical Distress11.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.2%
Checkup Rate78.0%

Food & Exercise

Exercise Access84.4%
Healthcare Facilities340

Crime Rates: Norfolk vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Norfolk has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 52.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 69°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average45.9°F
15% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average69°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.9 inches
39% above US avg
Snowfall74.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,301 ft (397 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.0 km²)
Population Density529/sq mi
Coordinates41.9917°N, 73.1940°W
County FIPS09160
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 50.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (49% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 1.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 49.9%
D 48.6%

Winner: Republican by 1.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+50.2%
49% above US avg
High School+99.1%
School Test Score6.10
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density529/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries21
Healthcare Facilities340
Restaurants273
Retail Stores378

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute36.5 min
Work from Home24.1%

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