Norfolk, NY

New York

Norfolk is a small town in New York with a population of 1,021. Residents earn $52,411 per year, which is 30% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
1,021 Population 378/sq mi density
$52,411 Median Income $30,965 per capita
$99,000 Home Value $112,747 Zillow
$804 Median Rent
44°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$52,411 median income, 2.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$99,000 home value, $804/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $52,411
30% lower than US avg
Home Value $99,000
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.1%
67% lower than US avg
Median Rent $804
31% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.3%
35% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.5%
57% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,021
Median Age39.8 yrs
Density378/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 89%

Economy

B
Median Income$52,411
Per Capita$30,965
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty19.5%
County GDP$2,709M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$99,000
Rent$804
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$112,747

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity43.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.0%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain33.9 in/yr
Elevation311 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.1%
High School+90.7%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 55% / D 45%
Commute20 min
EV Stations1
Libraries5

Is Norfolk a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Norfolk receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Norfolk offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Norfolk is $52,411, 30% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. The poverty rate of 19.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Norfolk is $99,000, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $804 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Norfolk has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Norfolk has a population of 1,021 with a density of 378 people per square mile. The median age is 39.8 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.4%), with 1.9% Hispanic.

Population

1,021
Total Population
378
People / sq mi
39.8yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
2.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.3%
Female 53.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Norfolk vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.7%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.3%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Norfolk vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Norfolk is $52,411, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 19.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Norfolk vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,411
30% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,965
Avg Weekly Wage$1,316
IRS Avg AGI$61,766

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below US avg
Poverty Rate19.5%
57% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,108
County GDP$2,709M

Business (County)

Restaurants113
Healthcare154
Retail157
Manufacturing22

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,069
131% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate8.15%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.4 min
Work from Home5.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Norfolk is $99,000, 65% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $804 (31% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $112,747.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$99,000
65% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$112,747
Median List Price$259,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$259,000
$/Sq Ft$97
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio89.6%
Price Drops60.0%
Inventory5

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$804
31% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,215
1 Bedroom$1,315
2 Bedrooms$1,579
3 Bedrooms$1,976
4 Bedrooms$2,193

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied61.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,069
131% above US avg
Effective Rate8.15%
In Norfolk, 43.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.0% report depression. 28.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.3%
35% above US avg
Diabetes10.2%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure33.0%
Asthma12.6%
COPD8.1%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.0%
Physical Inactivity28.6%
Depression26.0%
Mental Distress20.5%
Physical Distress14.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.9%
Checkup Rate79.3%
Premature Death7,951/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access57.3%
Healthcare Facilities154

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Safety Score

Norfolk has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average44.1°F
18% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.9 inches
11% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation311 ft (95 m)
Area2.7 sq mi (7.0 km²)
Population Density378/sq mi
Coordinates44.7886°N, 74.9880°W
County FIPS36033
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 11.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (67% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 54.5%
D 45.5%

Winner: Republican by 9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.1%
67% below US avg
High School+90.7%
School Test Score5.39
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density378/sq mi
Total Area2.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities154
Restaurants113
Retail Stores157

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.4 min
Work from Home5.5%

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