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Norton, WV

West Virginia

Norton is a small town in West Virginia with a population of 205. Residents earn $23,967 per year, which is 68% below the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
205 Population 353/sq mi density
$23,967 Median Income $17,705 per capita
$92,300 Home Value
52°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$23,967 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$92,300 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $23,967
68% lower than US avg
Home Value $92,300
67% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 44.2%
38% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.2%
6% higher than US avg

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

People

Population205
Median Age68.5 yrs
Density353/mi²
Male / Female38% / 62%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans3.4%

Economy

B
Median Income$23,967
Per Capita$17,705
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty13.2%
County GDP$1,145M
Commute12 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$92,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units152

Health

Obesity44.2%
Uninsured8.8%
Smoking19.7%
Depression34.3%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain47.2 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation2,161 ft (659 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score4.81

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 26%
Commute12 min
Broadband41.3%
Libraries6

Is Norton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Norton receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Norton stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Norton is $23,967, 68% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 13.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Norton is $92,300, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Norton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 47.2 inches, including 68.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Norton has a population of 205 with a density of 353 people per square mile. The median age is 68.5 years, 76% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.3%).

Population

205
Total Population
353
People / sq mi
68.5yrs
Median Age
76% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 38%
Female 62%

Race & Ethnicity

Norton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Norton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Norton is $23,967, which is 68% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes.

Income: Norton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$23,967
68% below US avg
Per Capita Income$17,705
Avg Weekly Wage$879
IRS Avg AGI$57,959

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.2%
6% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,002
County GDP$1,145M

Business (County)

Restaurants57
Healthcare97
Retail109
Manufacturing25

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,822
48% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.97%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time12.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Norton is $92,300, 67% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$92,300
67% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$714
1 Bedroom$766
2 Bedrooms$945
3 Bedrooms$1,231
4 Bedrooms$1,380

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units152
Median Year Built1941

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,822
48% below US avg
Effective Rate1.97%
In Norton, 44.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.8% of residents lack health insurance. 19.7% are current smokers. 34.3% report depression. 30.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity44.2%
38% above US avg
Diabetes11.3%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure36.7%
Asthma13.0%
COPD8.2%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.7%
41% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.0%
Physical Inactivity30.7%
Depression34.3%
Mental Distress23.7%
Physical Distress15.7%
Short Sleep42.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured8.8%
2% above US avg
Checkup Rate77.1%
Dental Visits56.4%
Premature Death10,398/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access67.9%
Healthcare Facilities97
Norton has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.2 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average51.7°F
4% below US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.2 inches
24% above US avg
Snowfall68.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,161 ft (659 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density353/sq mi
Coordinates38.9316°N, 79.9691°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS54083
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 46.1-point margin. 41.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.1%
D 25.9%

Winner: Republican by 46.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score4.81
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density353/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access41.3%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities97
Restaurants57
Retail Stores109

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute12.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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