Norton Shores, MI

Michigan · Ottawa County · Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood Metro

Norton Shores is a small city in Michigan with a population of 25,000. Residents earn $73,390 per year, which is 2% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0

B+ Good

25,000 Population 1,076/sq mi density

$73,390 Median Income $35,856 per capita

$214,000 Home Value $281,028 Zillow

$1,286 Median Rent 33.4% income on rent

49°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr

150 Violent Crime/100K 1,931 property/100K

B+

Overall

3.5 / 5.0

Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education

Economy

4.3 / 5.0

$73,390 median income, 3.4% unemployment

A+

Affordability

5.0 / 5.0

$214,000 home value, $1,286/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

150 violent crimes/100K (61% below avg)

B+

Education

3.7 / 5.0

33.2% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $73,390

2% lower than US avg

Home Value $214,000

24% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 150/100K

61% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 33.2%

1% lower than US avg

Median Rent $1,286

11% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 40.6%

26% higher than US avg

Unemployment 3.4%

6% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 4.7%

62% lower than US avg

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

People

Population25,000

Median Age40.1 yrs

Density1,076/mi²

Male / Female49% / 51%

Largest GroupWhite 89%

Veterans6.8%

Economy

Median Income$73,390

Per Capita$35,856

Unemployment3.4%

Poverty4.7%

County GDP$21,044M

Commute21 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$214,000

Rent$1,286

Ownership85.9%

Zillow$281,028

Housing Units10,562

Rent Burden33.4%

Crime

Violent150/100K

Property1,931/100K

Murder0.0/100K

Assault85/100K

Burglary178/100K

Health

Obesity40.6%

Uninsured6.4%

Smoking14.3%

Depression28.6%

Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (10°C)

AQI38 (Good)

Rain35.1 in/yr

Sunny Days260/yr

Elevation623 ft (190 m)

Education

B+

Bachelor's+33.2%

High School+95.4%

Graduate+9.7%

School Score6.42

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 39%

Commute21 min

Broadband88.4%

EV Stations3

Libraries10

Is Norton Shores a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Norton Shores receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Norton Shores offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Norton Shores is $73,390, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 4.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Norton Shores is $214,000, 24% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,286 per month. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Norton Shores is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 150 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,931 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 33.2% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 95.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.4/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Norton Shores experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 35.1 inches, including 87.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Norton Shores has a population of 25,000 with a density of 1,076 people per square mile, spread across 24.6 square miles. The median age is 40.1 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.2% female and 48.8% male. The city is predominantly White (88.8%), with 1.8% Hispanic, 4.1% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 97.4% of residents. 6.8% of the population are veterans. 12.5% of residents have a disability. 97.4% have health insurance coverage.

Population

25,000

Total Population

1,076

People / sq mi

40.1yrs

Median Age

3% above US avg

24.6mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%

Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Norton Shores vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 97.4%

24% above US avg

Spanish 2.6%

81% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Norton Shores vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Norton Shores is $73,390, which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $35,856. The average weekly wage is $1,150, 20% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.7% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 6,888 business establishments, including 465 restaurants. The cost of living index is 96.2, roughly in line with the national average. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 9.6% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Norton Shores vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$73,390
	2% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$35,856
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,150
IRS Avg AGI	$89,969
Gini Index	0.419 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	3.4%
	6% below US avg
Poverty Rate	4.7%
	62% below US avg
Establishments (County)	6,888
County GDP	$21,044M

Business (County)

Restaurants	465
Healthcare	621
Retail	779
Manufacturing	606

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$6,878
	97% above US avg
Cost of Living	96.20 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	3.21%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	20.6 min
Drive Alone	81.1%
Public Transit	0.1%
Work from Home	9.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Norton Shores is $214,000, 24% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $281,028, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 98.4% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $1,286 (11% above the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $891 for a one-bedroom to $1,113 for a two-bedroom apartment. 85.9% of housing units are owner-occupied (above the 65.4% national rate). There are 10,562 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1974. The average annual property tax is $6,878 (higher than the $3,500 national average). 33.4% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.9x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$214,000
	24% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$281,028
Median List Price	$309,450

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$309,450
$/Sq Ft	$196
Homes Sold	19
Sale-to-List Ratio	98.4%
Price Drops	33.3%
Inventory	33

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$1,286
	11% above US avg
Rent Burden	33.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$807
1 Bedroom	$891
2 Bedrooms	$1,113
3 Bedrooms	$1,419
4 Bedrooms	$1,588

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	85.9%
Owner-Occupied	85.9%
Renter-Occupied	14.1%
Housing Units	10,562
Median Year Built	1974

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$6,878
	97% above US avg
Effective Rate	3.21%

In Norton Shores, 40.6% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 9.0% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 5.2% of residents. 29.3% have high blood pressure. 14.3% are current smokers. 19.6% report binge drinking. 22.3% are physically inactive. 28.6% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 18.4% experience frequent mental distress. 6.4% of residents lack health insurance (below the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,511. The dentist ratio is 1:1,626. 82.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 8.3 out of 10.

Health Metrics: Norton Shores vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	40.6%
	26% above US avg
Diabetes	9.0%
Heart Disease	5.2%
High Blood Pressure	29.3%
Asthma	11.7%
COPD	6.4%
Cancer	7.7%
Stroke	2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	14.3%
	2% above US avg
Binge Drinking	19.6%
Physical Inactivity	22.3%
Depression	28.6%
Mental Distress	18.4%
Physical Distress	12.4%
Short Sleep	35.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	97.4%
Uninsured	6.4%
	26% below US avg
Primary Care	1:1,511
Dentists	1:1,626
Mental Health	1:360
Checkup Rate	77.5%
Dental Visits	69.8%
Premature Death	5,206/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.3/10
Exercise Access	82.2%
Healthcare Facilities	621

Norton Shores has a violent crime rate of 150 per 100,000 residents, 61% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 85.0 per 100,000, robbery at 20.2, rape at 44.5. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 1,931 per 100,000, 1% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 1,640, burglary at 178, vehicle theft at 113 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 21 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Norton Shores receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	149.8/100K
	61% below US avg
Murder	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Rape	44.5/100K
Robbery	20.2/100K
Assault	85.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	1,931.0/100K
	1% below US avg
Burglary	178.1/100K
Theft	1,639.5/100K
Vehicle Theft	113.4/100K
Arson	8.1/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	21
Traffic Accidents	9
Avg Accident Severity	2.0 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Norton Shores experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area gets 260 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 35.1 inches. The area receives 87.2 inches of snow annually, making winter weather a significant factor for residents. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38. The city sits at an elevation of 623 feet.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)

Annual Average	49.4°F
	9% below US avg
January Average	27°F (-3°C)
July Average	72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days	260 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	623 ft (190 m)
Area	24.6 sq mi (63.8 km²)
Population Density	1,076/sq mi
Coordinates	43.1695°N, 86.2354°W
Timezone	America/Detroit
County	Ottawa County County
Nearest Airport	Gerald R Ford International (GRR) 41 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 35.1"

8% below US avg

Snowfall 87.2"

Wettest Month (Sep) 3.98"

Driest Month (Feb) 1.42"

Air Quality

AQI Median	38.0
Rating	Good

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)	0.0441 ppm
PM2.5 (Fine Particles)	9.8 μg/m³

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Moderate
Risk Score	82.9 / 100
Social Vulnerability	12.2 / 100
Community Resilience	99.6 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado	Relatively Moderate
Hurricane	Very Low
Earthquake	Relatively Low
Wildfire	Very Low
Flood	Relatively Moderate
Hail	Relatively Moderate
Strong Wind	Relatively High
Heat Wave	Relatively Low
Winter Weather	Relatively Moderate
Lightning	Relatively Moderate
Ice Storm	Relatively Moderate
Drought	No Rating
Cold Wave	Relatively Moderate
Landslide	Very Low
Coastal Flood	Very Low

Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

3 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.2. Most recent: M3.3 on Jun 30, 2015.

May 2, 2015	5 km S of Galesburg, Michigan	M4.2	123 km
Sep 2, 1994	5 km SSW of DeWitt, Michigan	M3.5	139 km
Jun 30, 2015	5 km NNE of Burlington, Michigan	M3.3	150 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

161 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF5. Total: 26 fatalities, 550 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Apr 3, 1956	EF5	58 km	17
Apr 11, 1965	EF4	31 km	5
Apr 23, 1968	EF3	85 km	0
Apr 21, 1967	EF3	48 km	0
Apr 11, 1965	EF3	96 km	0
Jun 19, 2009	EF2	80 km	0
Jul 4, 1994	EF2	94 km	0
May 28, 1991	EF2	58 km	0
May 30, 1989	EF2	86 km	0
May 30, 1989	EF2	89 km	0
Aug 26, 1986	EF2	95 km	0
Jul 15, 1986	EF2	90 km	0
Jul 21, 1983	EF2	56 km	1
Aug 15, 1978	EF2	49 km	0
Mar 20, 1976	EF2	98 km	0
Jun 17, 1975	EF2	48 km	1
May 20, 1975	EF2	57 km	0
Jun 20, 1974	EF2	53 km	0
Jun 9, 1974	EF2	85 km	0
Apr 12, 1972	EF2	72 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

6 wildfires (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: ALLEGAN6 (1,077 ac, 1988).

Year	Name	Acres	Distance
1988	ALLEGAN6	1,077	68 km
2018	SER 438 / WHITE RIVER	814	37 km
2019	UNNAMED	793	37 km
1994	COUNTY LINE	735	80 km
2019	BALDWIN FUELS UNITS 1/2/6AB	619	84 km
2024	WHELAN LAKE BLOCK 1 PARTIAL 1 RX	512	82 km

Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	27°F (-3°C)	2.2 in
February	25°F (-4°C)	1.4 in	Coldest, Driest
March	34°F (1°C)	2.3 in
April	45°F (7°C)	3.0 in
May	56°F (13°C)	2.7 in
June	65°F (18°C)	2.6 in
July	72°F (22°C)	2.2 in	Warmest
August	69°F (20°C)	3.5 in
September	62°F (16°C)	4.0 in	Wettest
October	51°F (10°C)	2.8 in
November	39°F (4°C)	3.1 in
December	29°F (-2°C)	2.8 in

Norton Shores has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F / from 25°F in February to 72°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 32.6 inches, with September being the wettest month (4.0") and February the driest (1.4").

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Norton Shores is located in Ottawa County. It is classified as Metro / 1 million+, part of a metropolitan area. 33.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 1% below the national average of 33.7%. 95.4% have completed high school. 9.7% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 6.4 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 59.5% of the vote, a 20.5-point margin. 88.4% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 3 EV charging stations. There are 10 public libraries serving the community. 621 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 81.1% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.5%

D 39%

Winner: Republican by 20.5 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	21
Traffic Accidents	9
Avg Accident Severity	2.0 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	33.2%
	1% below US avg
High School+	95.4%
Graduate Degree+	9.7%
School Test Score	6.42

B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 1	Metro / 1 million+
Population Density	1,076/sq mi
Total Area	24.6 sq mi
County	Ottawa County County

Services

Broadband Access	88.4%
Avg Download Speed	161.8 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	46.1 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	3
Alt Fuel Stations	3
Public Libraries	10
Healthcare Facilities	621
Restaurants	465
Retail Stores	779

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	20.6 min
Drive Alone	81.1%
Public Transit	0.1%
Work from Home	9.6%

Average costs for common services in Norton Shores. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$241 ($144–$385)
Specialist Visit	$337 ($192–$529)
Urgent Care Visit	$192 ($96–$337)
Emergency Room Visit	$2,116 ($770–$4,810)
Dental Cleaning	$125 ($72–$192)
Dental Filling	$241 ($144–$385)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$43 ($24–$72)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$72 ($48–$115)
Brake Pad Replacement	$289 ($144–$481)
Tire Rotation	$38 ($19–$72)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$577 ($385–$962)
Battery Replacement	$192 ($96–$337)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$96 ($58–$144)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$87 ($48–$135)
HVAC Repair	$385 ($144–$770)
HVAC System Install	$6,734 ($3,848–$11,544)
Roof Repair	$962 ($385–$1,924)
Roof Replacement	$8,658 ($5,291–$14,430)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,443 ($481–$3,367)
Divorce (Contested)	$14,430 ($4,810–$28,860)
DUI Defense	$4,810 ($1,924–$9,620)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,443 ($770–$2,886)
Will Preparation	$481 ($192–$962)
Trust Preparation	$2,405 ($962–$4,810)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$24 ($14–$43)
Women's Haircut	$53 ($29–$96)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$144 ($72–$241)
Manicure	$24 ($14–$43)
Pedicure	$38 ($24–$63)
Massage (1 Hour)	$77 ($48–$125)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$3.94 ($2.89–$5.29)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.37 ($2.41–$4.81)
Loaf of Bread	$3.66 ($2.41–$5.29)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.33 ($2.89–$6.25)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$5.29 ($3.85–$7.22)
Rice (per lb)	$0.96 ($0.58–$1.73)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$135 ($77–$241)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$67 ($29–$144)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$67 ($38–$115)
Internet (Monthly)	$67 ($38–$96)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$63 ($29–$96)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$82 ($48–$144)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$192 ($72–$481)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$1,924 ($1,154–$3,367)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$67 ($29–$125)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$14 ($7.70–$24)
Car Registration (Annual)	$96 ($29–$241)
Driver's License Renewal	$29 ($14–$72)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,154 ($577–$2,405)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$962 ($481–$1,924)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$385 ($192–$673)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$48 ($24–$96)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$962 ($385–$2,405)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$12,025 ($4,810–$28,860)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$58 ($29–$96)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$96 ($48–$192)
Dog Grooming	$58 ($29–$96)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$38 ($19–$72)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$289 ($144–$481)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$192 ($96–$385)

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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant	$712
Toddler	$712
Preschool	$573
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$835
Toddler	$835
Preschool	$780

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Ottawa County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Manufacturing	40,464	644	$74,443	3.73
Retail Trade	10,500	634	$38,883	0.80
Accommodation & Food Services	10,395	424	$24,194	0.87
Health Care & Social Assistance	9,743	606	$44,388	0.52
Construction	6,952	1,032	$72,790	1.00
Administrative & Waste Services	6,750	350	$40,922	0.87
Wholesale Trade	5,141	316	$79,425	0.99
Other Services	4,789	638	$47,733	1.21
Professional & Technical Services	4,764	661	$80,893	0.52
Agriculture & Forestry	3,561	214	$41,533	3.34
Transportation & Warehousing	3,001	160	$68,128	0.54
Educational Services	2,959	80	$43,925	1.09
Finance & Insurance	2,381	368	$90,289	0.44
Arts & Entertainment	1,393	118	$29,715	0.63
Real Estate	1,064	279	$55,840	0.52
Utilities	678	9	$129,244	1.35
Information & Technology	667	113	$78,313	0.27
Unclassified	339	96	$47,207	1.84
Management of Companies	230	23	$124,858	0.10
Mining & Oil/Gas	65	9	$74,657	0.13

Colleges & Universities in Norton Shores

Institution	Type	Enrollment	Acceptance	In-State Tuition	Out-of-State
Nuvo College of Cosmetology	Private For-Profit · Certificate	67	—	—	—

Schools in Norton Shores

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Muskegon Montessori Academy for Environmental Change (Charter)	Elementary	166	7	23.7:1

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Radio Stations near Norton Shores

5 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
93.3 THE Q	—	AAC+ 48 kbps
99.7 & 1450 WHTC	—	MP3 32 kbps
Muskegon Channel Radio	classic rock, hits 70's	MP3 320 kbps
106.9 The Q	pop, top 40	AAC+ 64 kbps
The Q 99.7	christian contemporary	AAC+ 64 kbps

Campgrounds Near Norton Shores

1 campgrounds found near Norton Shores.

Name	Rating	Sites	Price
Pines Point Campground (MI)	4.5/5	5	$30–$100

National Parks Near Norton Shores

16 national parks and monuments found near Norton Shores.

Park	Type	Fee
Bakale Wildlife Unit	State Park	Free
Duck Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Grand Haven State Park	State Park	Free
Hidden Cove Park	State Park	Free
Hoffmaster State Park (P.J. Hoffmaster)	State Park	Free
Holland State Park (Ottawa Beach)	State Park	Free
Kal-Haven Trail Sesq. State Park	State Park	Free
Ludington State Park	State Park	Free
Mears State Park	State Park	Free
Muskegon State Park	State Park	Free
Newaygo State Park (leased from Consumer's Energy)	State Park	Free
Saugatuck Dunes State Park	State Park	Free
Silver Lake State Park	State Park	Free
Van Buren State Park	State Park	Free
Van Buren Trail State Park	State Park	Free
White Pine Trail State Park	State Park	Free

Trails Near Norton Shores

102+ trails found near Norton Shores.

Trail	Miles	Surface	Hike	Bike	Horse
CEDAR CREEK MOTORSPORT TRAIL	22.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
NORTH COUNTRY TRAIL	18.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
HOLTON MOTORCYCLE TRAIL	11.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
NORTH COUNTRY TRAIL	9.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
MCCCT- BWC	7.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
HORSESHOE MOTORCYCLE TRAIL	5.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
MCCT - 7 MILE ATV LOOP	5.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
BIRCH GROVE TRAIL	4.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	4.4	SNOW	—	—	—
HORSESHOE MOTORCYCLE TRAIL	4.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
HORSESHOE MOTORCYCLE TRAIL	4.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
HOLTON MOTORCYCLE TRAIL	3.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
HORSESHOE MOTORCYCLE TRAIL	3.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
HOLTON MOTORCYCLE TRAIL	3.7	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	3.6	SNOW	—	—	—
MCCCT- BWC	3.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	3.3	SNOW	—	—	—
OCEANA SMT DNR194	3.2	SNOW	—	—	—
WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19	3.1	SNOW	—	—	—
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	2.9	SNOW	—	—	—
HORSESHOE MOTORCYCLE TRAIL	2.9	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
HOLTON MOTORCYCLE TRAIL	2.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	2.7	SNOW	—	—	—
HORSESHOE MOTORCYCLE TRAIL	2.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19	2.3	SNOW	—	—	—
WEST SHORE SMT DNR196	1.9	SNOW	—	—	—
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	1.9	SNOW	—	—	—
MCCCT- BWC	1.6	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
HOLTON MOTORCYCLE TRAIL	1.5	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
WEST SHORE SMT DNR191	1.4	SNOW	—	—	—
WEST SHORE SMT DNR191	1.4	SNOW	—	—	—
NEWAYGO SMT DNR312	1.2	SNOW	—	—	—
OCEANA SMT DNR194	1.2	SNOW	—	—	—
LODA LAKE WILDFLOWER TRAIL	1.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19	1.1	SNOW	—	—	—
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	1.1	SNOW	—	—	—
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	1.1	SNOW	—	—	—
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	1.1	SNOW	—	—	—
BIRCH GROVE TRAIL	1.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	1.0	SNOW	—	—	—
WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19	1.0	SNOW	—	—	—
WEST SHORE SMT DNR191	0.8	SNOW	—	—	—
HORSESHOE MOTORCYCLE TRAIL	0.8	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
OCEANA SMT DNR194	0.6	SNOW	—	—	—
WEST SHORE SMT DNR196	0.6	SNOW	—	—	—
OCEANA SMT DNR194	0.6	SNOW	—	—	—
WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19	0.5	SNOW	—	—	—
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	0.5	SNOW	—	—	—
WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19	0.5	SNOW	—	—	—
MCCCT- BWC	0.4	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19	0.4	SNOW	—	—	—
WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19	0.4	SNOW	—	—	—
WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19	0.3	SNOW	—	—	—
WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19	0.3	SNOW	—	—	—
NEWAYGO SMT DNR312	0.3	SNOW	—	—	—
NCT M-37 ROADSIDE PARK SPUR	0.3	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
WEST SHORE SMT DNR196	0.2	SNOW	—	—	—
OCEANA SMT DNR194	0.2	SNOW	—	—	—
OCEANA SMT DNR194	0.2	SNOW	—	—	—
OCEANA SMT DNR194	0.2	SNOW	—	—	—
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	0.2	SNOW	—	—	—
NCT TWINWOOD LAKE SPUR	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
HOLTON MOTORCYCLE TRAIL	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
NCT-COOLBOUGH SPUR	0.2	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19	0.2	SNOW	—	—	—
OCEANA SMT DNR194	0.2	SNOW	—	—	—
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	0.2	SNOW	—	—	—
WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19	0.1	SNOW	—	—	—
WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19	0.1	SNOW	—	—	—
OCEANA SMT DNR194	0.1	SNOW	—	—	—
WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19	0.1	SNOW	—	—	—
CEDAR CREEK MOTORSPORT TRAIL	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
NEWAYGO SMT DNR312	0.1	SNOW	—	—	—
CEDAR CREEK MOTORSPORT TRAIL	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19	0.1	SNOW	—	—	—
WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19	0.1	SNOW	—	—	—
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	0.1	SNOW	—	—	—
NEWAYGO-WELLSTON SMT DNR3	0.1	SNOW	—	—	—
OCEANA SMT DNR194	0.1	SNOW	—	—	—
LODA LAKE SPUR	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
HOLTON MOTORCYCLE TRAIL	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
NCT 40TH ST. TRAILHEAD SPUR	0.1	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19	0.1	SNOW	—	—	—
WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19	0.1	SNOW	—	—	—
OCEANA SMT DNR194	0.1	SNOW	—	—	—
OCEANA SMT DNR194	0.0	SNOW	—	—	—
WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19	0.0	SNOW	—	—	—
WEST SHORE SMT DNR196	0.0	SNOW	—	—	—
WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19	0.0	SNOW	—	—	—
WEST SHORE SMT DNR196	0.0	SNOW	—	—	—
HOLTON MOTORCYCLE TRAIL	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
HOLTON MOTORCYCLE TRAIL	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
HOLTON MOTORCYCLE TRAIL	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	—	—	—
WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19	0.0	SNOW	—	—	—
OCEANA SMT DNR194	0.0	SNOW	—	—	—
LODA LAKE SPUR	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
WEST SHORE SMT DNR196	0.0	SNOW	—	—	—
BIRCH GROVE TRL DIAMONDLK SPUR	0.0	NATIVE MATERIAL	Yes	—	—
OCEANA SMT DNR194	0.0	SNOW	—	—	—
OCEANA SMT DNR194	0.0	SNOW	—	—	—
WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19	0.0	SNOW	—	—	—
WEST SHORE SMT DNR 19	0.0	SNOW	—	—	—

Historical Trends — Norton Shores

Population and economic data over time (US Census / ACS estimates).

Population

Median Household Income

Year	Population	Median Income
2013	24,044	$48,536
2015	24,201	$50,850
2017	24,518	$53,797
2019	24,663	$63,805
2021	25,185	$69,501
2023	24,988	$73,390

Museums in Norton Shores

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
MUSKEGON COUNTY MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM		2317220278	$1,514,334
MUSKEGON MUSEUM OF ART FOUNDATION	ART MUSEUM			$856,791
GREAT LAKES NAVAL MEMORIAL & MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM	3548 FULTON AVE	2317551230	$729,115
USS SILVERSIDES SUBMARINES MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM		2317551230	$729,115
TRI-CITIES HISTORICAL MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		6168420700	$682,105
USS LST 393 PRESERVATION ASSOCIATION	HISTORY MUSEUM		2317224730	$126,120
CARR-FLES PLANETARIUM	SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY MUSEUM OR PLANETARIUM
GILLETTE NATURAL HISTORY ASSOCIATION	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER	6585 LAKE HARBOR RD	2317983573
GREAT LAKES AQUARIUM	ZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION	353 HARBOR DRIVE	2317265550
HACKLEY AND HUME HISTORIC SITE	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		2317227578
HERITAGE MEMORIAL GARDEN	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER
LAKESHORE CHILDREN'S MUSEUM	CHILDREN'S MUSEUM	430 W CLAY AVE	2317220278
MONTAGUE MUSEUM AND HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
MUSKEGON AREA SPORTS HALL OF FAME	GENERAL MUSEUM		6168653114
MUSKEGON COUNTY MUSEUM OF AFRICAN AMERICAN HISTORY	HISTORY MUSEUM	7 CENTER ST	2317399500
MUSKEGON PUBLIC SCHOOLS	ART MUSEUM		2317202000
MUSKEGON RAILROAD HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	561 WEST WESTERN AVE	2317263657
OTTAWA COUNTY PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER	12220 FILLMORE STREET	6167864847
PERE MARQUETTE HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
PHOENIX CONTINUUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
PIGEON CREEK SCHOOLHOUSE PRESERVATION SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
S S MILWAUKEE CLIPPER PRESERVATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	2098 LAKSHORE DRIVE	2316831590
WHITE LAKE AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
WHITE RIVER LIGHT STATION MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		2318948265

Libraries in Norton Shores

Name	Address	Annual Visits
MUSKEGON AREA DISTRICT LIBRARY	4845 AIRLINE ROAD UNIT 5	414,239
HACKLEY PUBLIC LIBRARY	316 WEST WEBSTER AVENUE	262,288
LOUTIT DISTRICT LIBRARY	407 COLUMBUS AVENUE	218,725
SPRING LAKE DISTRICT LIBRARY	123 EAST EXCHANGE STREET	181,403
WHITE LAKE COMMUNITY LIBRARY	3900 WHITE LAKE DRIVE	77,567

Farmers Markets in Norton Shores

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Grand Haven Farmer's Market	300 N. Harbor Drive	05/10/2014 to 10/29/2014	Wed: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;Sat: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;		Visit
Heights City Market	99 Center Street	06/03/2016 to 09/30/2016	Fri: 12:00 PM-6:00 PM;
Montague Farmers Market	283 Church Street
Muskegon Farmers Market	242 West Western Ave.	05/06/2017 to 11/18/2017	Tue: 8:00 AM-2:00 PM;Thu: 8:00 AM-2:00 PM;Sat: 8:00 AM-2:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Spring Lake Farm & Garden Market	225 E. Exchange	06/04/2015 to 10/08/2015	Thu: 9:00 AM-2:00 PM;		Visit
Sweetwater Local Foods Market	6401 Harvey St.	01/01/2014 to 12/31/2014	Sat: 9:00 AM-1:00 PM;	Yes	Visit
Westward Market	18138 Lane ave.				Visit

Breweries in Norton Shores

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Dreamers	Bars, Bars & Clubs, Bars & Pubs, Restaurants, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Taverns, Bar & Grill Restaurant	978 Pine St	2317289157
Dutch Girl Brewery	Brewers, Brewery	14964 Cleveland St	6166072026	Visit
Fetch Brewing Co	Brewers	100 W Colby St	2312921048	Visit
Fisher's Pub & Grub	Cocktail Lounges, Bars & Clubs, Bars & Pubs, Barbecue, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Restaurants, recreatio	8520 Holton Rd	2318210888
Grand Haven Brew House	Brewers, Bar	100 Washington Ave	6166072060	Visit
Naked Tree Cellars Llc	Brewers	41 Washington Ave	6169357327	Visit
Old Boys Brewhouse Inc	Take Out Restaurants, American Restaurants, Restaurant, Brew Pubs, Restaurants, Beer & Ale, Hamburge	971 W Savidge St	6168509952, 6168509950	Visit
Pigeon Hill Brewing Co	Brewers	500 W Western Ave 100	2313755184	Visit
Pigeon Hill Brewing Company	Brewery	500 W Western Ave	2313755184	Visit
Shawnys Pressurized Thermos	Vending Machines, Dispensing Opticians, Brewer Equipment Supplies & Services, Beverage Dispensing Eq	1276 1/2 Poulson
Stone Brewing Co	Brewers	17615 W Moore	2697924440
Wolf Lake Tavern	Breweries & Brew Pubs, Bar & Grill Restaurants, Pub Food, recreation, food and drink	27 S Wolf Lake Rd	2317882960
Ye Old Tavern	Bars / Taverns, Fruitport, food and drink, Pubs, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Restaurants & Bars, Bar, rec	24 S 3rd Ave	2318653352

Pharmacies in Norton Shores

2 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
RITE AID - 4462	730 SEMINOLE ROAD	231-780-4706
WALGREENS - 10079	1171 EAST SHERMAN BOULEVARD	231-733-8465

EV Charging Stations in Norton Shores

Name	Address	Network	Level 2	DC Fast	Connectors	Access
5169 HARVEY ST 5169 HARVEY #1	5169 Harvey St	ChargePoint Network	2		J1772	public
MARANATHA BIBLE STATION 1	4759 Lake Harbor Rd	ChargePoint Network	2		J1772	public

Cell Towers in Norton Shores

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
1215 Benston Road (107719)	GTOWER	81
1215 Benston Road (107719)	GTOWER	81
(New Whitehall) 1215 Benston Road	LTOWER	81
6647 HOLTON DUCK LAKE ROAD (94726)	LTOWER	78
6647 HOLTON DUCK LAKE ROAD (94726)	LTOWER	78
6430 Norton Center Drive (110226)	MTOWER	56
6430 Norton Center Drive (110226)	MTOWER	56
5455 Lake Harbor Road (107717)	MTOWER	52
5455 Lake Harbor Road (107717)	MTOWER	52
5495 Airline Rd (44724)	MTOWER	45
5495 Airline Rd (44724)	MTOWER	45

Fire Stations in Norton Shores

Name	Address	Type	Active Firefighters	Volunteers	Phone
Norton Shores Fire Department	1100 E Pontaluna RD	Mostly career			231-798-2255

Bridges in Norton Shores

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1959	213	62,644	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1959	60	31,322	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1949	60	31,322	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1961	147	31,000	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1957	60	18,500	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1957	60	18,200	G
Tee Beam	Concrete continuous	1958	180	10,850	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1961	137	6,514	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1931	60	5,583	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1961	161	5,000	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1959	298	3,800	F
Tee Beam	Concrete continuous	1959	190	3,500	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1993	205	2,520	F
Tee Beam	Concrete continuous	1959	186	2,300	F

Superfund Sites Near Norton Shores

15 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
BOFORS NOBEL, INC.	5307 EVANSTON AVE	MUSKEGON
EAGLE OTTAWA GRAND HAVEN	200 NORTH BEECHTREE STREET	OTTAWA
EAGLE OTTAWA GRAND HAVEN	200 NORTH BEECHTREE STREET	OTTAWA
EAGLE OTTAWA GRAND HAVEN	200 NORTH BEECHTREE STREET	OTTAWA
EAGLE OTTAWA GRAND HAVEN	200 NORTH BEECHTREE STREET	OTTAWA
EAGLE OTTAWA GRAND HAVEN	200 NORTH BEECHTREE STREET	OTTAWA
HERMAN MILLER - SPRING LAKE CAMPUS	18558 171ST AVE	OTTAWA
KNOLL INC	2800 ESTES STREET	MUSKEGON
LOMAC INC	5025 EVANSTON AVE	MUSKEGON
LOMAC INC	5025 EVANSTON AVE	MUSKEGON
MPLX TERMINALS LLC	3005 HOLTON ROAD	MUSKEGON
S. D. WARREN, MUSKEGON, MI, OPERATIONS	2400 LAKESHORE DRIVE	MUSKEGON
S. D. WARREN, MUSKEGON, MI, OPERATIONS	2400 LAKESHORE DRIVE	MUSKEGON
SHAPE 1820	1820 HAYES STREET	OTTAWA
SUN CHEMICAL CORP	4925 EVANSTON AVE	MUSKEGON

Airports Near Norton Shores

44 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Gerald R. Ford International Airport	GRR	Large Airport
Muskegon County Airport	MKG	Medium Airport
Bakers Field	—	Small Airport
Baldwin Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Bellamy Airport	—	Small Airport
Cain Field	—	Small Airport
Calkins Field	—	Small Airport
Cherry Field	—	Small Airport
Chicora Field	—	Small Airport
Curt's Place Airport	—	Small Airport
De Witt Property Airport	—	Small Airport
Dewind Field	—	Small Airport
Doren Field	—	Small Airport
Flying-A-Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Fremont Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Galloway Landings Airport	—	Small Airport
Grand Haven Memorial Airpark	—	Small Airport
Harry's Field	—	Small Airport
Hat Field	—	Small Airport
Howe Airport	—	Small Airport
J P's Field	—	Small Airport
Jablonski Airport	—	Small Airport
Midget Airport	—	Small Airport
Mitch Veenstra Airport	—	Small Airport
Nartron Field	—	Small Airport
Oceana County Airport	—	Small Airport
Ottawa Executive Airport	—	Small Airport
Padgham Field	—	Small Airport
Park Township Airport	HLM	Small Airport
Paul C. Miller-Sparta Airport	—	Small Airport
Plainwell Municipal Airport	—	Small Airport
Reading Airport	—	Small Airport
Riverview Airport	—	Small Airport
Roben Hood Airport	WBR	Small Airport
Silver Lake Airport	—	Small Airport
Tyrone Airport	—	Small Airport
Van Farowe Airfield	—	Small Airport
Walle Field	—	Small Airport
Weller Airport	—	Small Airport
Wells Airport	—	Small Airport
West Michigan Regional Airport	—	Small Airport
White Cloud Airport	—	Small Airport
Wilderness Airpark	—	Small Airport
Wilds Field	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Norton Shores

1 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone


Michigan State Police

Grocery Stores in Norton Shores

16 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
Aldi 67009	Supermarket	1760 E Sternberg Rd
Costco Wholesale 1744	Super Store	6110 Harvey St
Dollar General 13467	Other	1070 Pontaluna Rd
Dollar Tree 4586	Other	5257 Harvey St
Elroyal Party Store	Convenience Store	4644 Airline Rd
Family Dollar 4832	Other	4218 Grand Haven Rd
Gas & Go 4	Convenience Store	4185 Grand Haven Rd
J & H Family Stores - The Lakes 146	Convenience Store	1196 E Sternberg Rd
Jacks Corner Store #1	Grocery Store	4190 Grand Haven Rd
Lane's Grocery	Convenience Store	5187 Henry St
Meijer Gas Station 232	Convenience Store	5326 Harvey St
Meijer Inc 232	Super Store	5300 Harvey St
Schafer Thrift 50022	Specialty Store	3980 Airline Rd
Speedway 6303	Convenience Store	6582 Grand Haven Rd
Target Store 2327	Super Store	5057 Harvey St
Wesco 68	Convenience Store	1025 E Pontaluna Rd

Post Offices in Norton Shores

1 post offices.

Post Office	Address
United States Post Office

Treatment Centers in Norton Shores

10 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
Alcohol and Chemical Abuse Consultants - (ACAC) Inc	Substance Abuse	231-737-9840
Alcohol and Chemical Abuse Consultants - (ACAC) Inc Roberts Street	Substance Abuse	231-737-9840
Battle Creek VAMC - Muskegon CBOC	Both	231-798-4445
Cherry Street Health Services - Muskegon Recovery Center	Substance Abuse	231-767-1921 x7776
Community Mental Health of Ottawa Cnty	Both	616-842-5350
Eastside Outpatient Services	Substance Abuse	231-739-4359
Family Outreach Center	Substance Abuse	616-247-3815
HealthWest - Muskegon County	Substance Abuse	231-722-4357
New Vision Withdrawal Management - SpecialCare Corporation	Substance Abuse	616-358-4877
Servicios de Esperanza LLC - Muskegon Office	Substance Abuse	231-722-7980

Churches & Religious Organizations in Norton Shores

33 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
ANCHOR POINT BIBLE CHURCH	635 SEMINOLE RD
BETHEL BAPTIST CHURCH	1066 E BYRON RD
BETHLEHEM EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH	420 W SUMMIT AVE
BRIDGE BIBLE CHURCH	5035 HENRY ST
BROTHERHOOD MINISTRIES REMNANT	5303 GRAND HAVEN RD
CALVARY BIBLE CHURCH	4617 GRAND HAVEN RD
CALVIN CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH	973 W NORTON AVE
CHURCHILL ATHLETIC ASSOCIATION	5050 DORSET LN
CHURCHILL PORTER PARENT TEACHER ORGANIZATION PTO	961 PORTER RD
ESSENTIAL LIFE CHURCH INC	3722 DUNECREST DR
FAITH HOPE AND LOVE CHRISTIAN CENTER INC	PO BOX 4917
FIRST FREE METHODIST CHURCH OF MUSKEGON	1400 E HILE RD
FOREST PARK COVENANT CHURCH	3815 HENRY ST
GREATER ANOINTING APOSTOLIC FAITH CHURCH	2245 JARMAN ST
HOLY TRINITY CHURCH OF GOD INC	2140 VALLEY ST
MISSION FOR AREA PEOPLE	2500 JEFFERSON ST
NATIONAL SPIRITUALIST CHURCH OF MUSKEGON	2101 JEFFERSON ST
NORTON SHORES NEW LIFE COMMUNITY CHURCH	4095 GRAND HAVEN RD
ORIGINAL CHURCH OF GOD OF MUSKEGON HEIGHTS	2031 ELWOOD ST
PREACHSISTA INC	543 OVERBROOK ST
REDEEM MI LAND	1215 HARBOR POINT DR
REDEEMING LIFE MINISTRIES	4052 EVERGREEN DR
RELATIONSHIP MINISTRIES HIS EMPIRE STRIKES BACK INC	2508 GLADE ST
RESTORATION DESTINATIONS INC	526 AUE RD
RESTORE CHURCH MUSKEGON	5109 PINE RIDGE DR
SHORES COMMUNITY CHURCH	3800 LAKE HARBOR RD
ST FRANCIS DESALES CHURCH	2929 MCCRACKEN ST
ST GREGORYS EPISCOPAL CHURCH	1200 SEMINOLE RD
ST LUKE LUTHERAN CHURCH	1655 W NORTON AVE
ST MARK EV LUTHERAN CHURCH	4475 HENRY ST
TEMPLE CARES FOR PEOPLE INC	412 E SHERMAN BLVD
UNITY REFORMED CHURCH OF MUSKEGON MICHIGAN	1521 PORTER RD
WEST MICHIGAN WORSHIP CENTER	1430 HENDRICK RD

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Frequently Asked Questions About Norton Shores

What is the population of Norton Shores?

Norton Shores has a population of 25,000 residents and is located in Michigan. The population density is 1,076 people per square mile, spread across 24.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.1 years. The population is 51.2% female and 48.8% male.

Is Norton Shores expensive to live in?

Norton Shores has a cost of living roughly in line with the national average, with an index of 96.2 (baseline: 100). The median household income is $73,390, 2% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $214,000 (24% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,286 per month, above the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.9x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Norton Shores safe?

Norton Shores is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 150 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,931 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Norton Shores receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Norton Shores?

Norton Shores has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 27°F in January, while summers reach an average of 72°F in July. The area receives 260 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.1 inches, with 87.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 38.

How is the job market in Norton Shores?

Norton Shores has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 3.4%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,150. There are 6,888 business establishments in the area, including 465 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 21 minutes, and 9.6% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Norton Shores?

The median home value in Norton Shores is $214,000. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $281,028. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,286. Fair market rent is $891 for a 1-bedroom and $1,113 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 85.9%. The average annual property tax is $6,878.

How are the schools in Norton Shores?

Schools in Norton Shores score 6.4 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 33.2% of adults in Norton Shores hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.4% have completed high school. 9.7% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Norton Shores?

The obesity rate in Norton Shores is 40.6% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 14.3% of adults are smokers. 22.3% are physically inactive. 28.6% of residents report depression. 6.4% lack health insurance (below the national rate). 82.2% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,511.

What is transportation like in Norton Shores?

The average commute in Norton Shores is 21 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 81.1% of workers drive alone to work, and 9.6% work from home.

What are the demographics of Norton Shores?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Norton Shores is 88.8% White, 4.1% Black or African American, 1.8% Hispanic or Latino. 97.4% of residents speak only English at home. 6.8% of the population are military veterans. 12.5% of residents have a disability. 97.4% have health insurance coverage.

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