Virginia
Norton is a small town in Virginia with a population of 3,620. Residents earn $38,497 per year, which is 49% below the national average.
Based on current data, Norton receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Norton has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
The median household income in Norton is $38,497, 49% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. The poverty rate of 21.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Norton is $100,700, 64% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $670 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Violent crime in Norton is below the national average at 298 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 4,913 per 100,000, 151% above the national average.
16.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Norton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.6 inches, including 47.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 35.
| English Only | 99.5% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 0.5% |
| 96% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $38,497 |
| 49% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $27,033 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $879 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $50,964 |
| Unemployment | 2.8% |
| 22% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 21.2% |
| 71% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 231 |
| Restaurants | 30 |
| Healthcare | 49 |
| Retail | 37 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Commute Time | 16.5 min |
| Work from Home | 15.6% |
| Census Median | $100,700 |
| 64% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $113,900 |
| Census Median Rent | $670 |
| 42% below US avg |
| Studio | $692 |
| 1 Bedroom | $697 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $914 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,205 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,429 |
| Owner-Occupied | 52.3% |
| Obesity | 40.8% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 12.9% |
| Heart Disease | 7.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 36.6% |
| Asthma | 11.9% |
| COPD | 9.5% |
| Stroke | 3.9% |
| Binge Drinking | 15.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 30.1% |
| Depression | 28.4% |
| Mental Distress | 21.6% |
| Physical Distress | 16.6% |
| Insurance Rate | 89.5% |
| Checkup Rate | 76.5% |
| Premature Death | 21,701/100K |
| Food Environment | 4.8/10 |
| Exercise Access | 92.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 49 |
| Total Violent | 297.8/100K |
| 22% below US avg | |
| Murder | 0.0/100K |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Rape | 24.8/100K |
| Robbery | 74.4/100K |
| Assault | 198.5/100K |
| Total Property | 4,913.2/100K |
| 151% above US avg | |
| Burglary | 198.5/100K |
| Theft | 4,665.0/100K |
| Vehicle Theft | 49.6/100K |
| Arson | 49.6/100K |
| Safety Grade | F |
| Safety Score | 1.0 / 5.0 |
| Annual Average | 53.4°F |
| 1% below US avg | |
| January Average | 34°F (1°C) |
| July Average | 71°F (22°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 51.6 inches |
| 36% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 47.1 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 35.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 2,155 ft (657 m) |
| Area | 7.5 sq mi (19.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 484/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 36.9315°N, 82.6260°W |
| County FIPS | 51720 |
Winner: Republican by 43.6 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 16.6% |
| 51% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 92.4% |
| School Test Score | 5.68 |
| RUCC Code 7 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K |
| Population Density | 484/sq mi |
| Total Area | 7.5 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 3 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 3 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 49 |
| Restaurants | 30 |
| Retail Stores | 37 |
| Avg Commute | 16.5 min |
| Work from Home | 15.6% |