Norton Shores, MI
Full City Profile · Michigan · Ottawa County County
Norton Shores, MI
At a Glance
How Norton Shores Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Norton Shores's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Norton Shores a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Norton Shores residents earn a median household income of $73,390 , which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $35,856. The unemployment rate stands at 5.5% (53% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 4.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 6,888 business establishments, including 465 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Norton Shores is $214,000 , 24% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $298,233. Median rent is $1,286/month, with 33.4% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 96.2 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1974.
Safety & Crime
Norton Shores reports 192 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 49% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,892/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
33.2% of adults in Norton Shores hold a bachelor's degree or higher (1% below the national average). 95.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.4/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Norton Shores has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 35.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.