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Norfolk, CT
Full City Profile · Connecticut · Northwest Hills Planning Region County
Norfolk, CT
At a Glance
How Norfolk Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Norfolk's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Norfolk a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Norfolk residents earn a median household income of $85,313 , which is 14% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $55,491. The unemployment rate stands at 1.1% (69% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 3.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 4,670 business establishments, including 273 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Norfolk is $325,000 , 15% above the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $468,532. Median rent is $1,112/month, with 25.7% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 103.6 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1938.
Safety & Crime
Norfolk reports 124 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 67% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,775/100K.
Education
50.2% of adults in Norfolk hold a bachelor's degree or higher (49% above the national average). 99.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Norfolk has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. The area gets 271 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 52.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.