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Norwalk, IA Community

10 discussions from residents and visitors

Willow Baker

Life in Norwalk as a young professional

Been meaning to ask this. I grew up here but left for a while. Poverty rate is 1.0%, which is pretty low. Crime rate is something to consider -Norwalk sits at 33.7 per 100K. Household incomes average around $94,583 in Norwalk. The food scene here is surprisingly good. There's a growing tech scene wh...

1 replies 12 upvotes living
Ezra Patel

Raising a family in Norwalk -thoughts?

So, I'm a teacher here and It's a a small town city with about 13,610 people. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Property taxes are high but you get good services.

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Liam

Top 5 things I love about Norwalk

Been meaning to ask this. We're a young couple and Rent is about $869/month for a decent place. The median home value here is around $275,700, which seems about average. The city has invested a lot in new development. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. The food scene here is surprisingl...

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Bella Wilson

Affordable areas near Norwalk?

Hello, I work in retail and You can expect to pay around $869 for rent here. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Am I overthinking this?

2 replies 0 upvotes housing
Zoe Sanders

Considering Norwalk vs Indianapolis -help me decide

Been meaning to ask this. Poverty rate is 1.0%, which is pretty low. The median home value here is around $275,700, which seems about average. Property taxes are high but you get good services. It's not perfect, but the community is solid.

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Piper

Grocery stores in Norwalk -recommendations?

First post here. Been living here since 2007. Crime rate is something to consider -Norwalk sits at 33.7 per 100K. Poverty rate is 1.0%, which is pretty low. Property taxes are high but you get good services. The weather takes some getting used to. What would you do? The food scene here is surprising...

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Liam

Rent in Norwalk getting crazy

I grew up here but left for a while. Poverty rate is 1.0%, which is pretty low. With a population of 13,610, Norwalk is a small town. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Property taxes are high but you get good services. The city has invested a lot in new development. Would love som...

6 replies 4 upvotes housing
Katherine

Anyone work in healthcare in Norwalk?

Anyone else feel this way? Rent is about $869/month for a decent place. The food scene here is surprisingly good. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Let me know your thoughts.

14 replies 4 upvotes jobs
Katherine

How much do you pay for rent in Norwalk?

Hey, I grew up here but left for a while. Rent is about $869/month for a decent place. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. TIA! I'd say it's better for families than young singles. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where...

0 replies 6 upvotes housing
Piper

What surprised you most about Norwalk?

I'm single, late 30s, and Median household income is $94,583, which feels pretty solid for the area. Crime rate is something to consider -Norwalk sits at 33.7 per 100K. The city has invested a lot in new development. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The city has invested a lot in new ...

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