Norwalk, OH

Ohio · Huron County

Norwalk is a small city in Ohio with a population of 17,054. Residents earn $58,940 per year, which is 22% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

3.1 /5.0

B Good

17,054 Population 1,923/sq mi density

$58,940 Median Income $30,635 per capita

$156,000 Home Value $203,397 Zillow

$804 Median Rent 24.3% income on rent

51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr

89 Violent Crime/100K 1,550 property/100K

Overall

3.1 / 5.0

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

B+

Economy

3.9 / 5.0

$58,940 median income, 2.5% unemployment

A+

Affordability

5.0 / 5.0

$156,000 home value, $804/mo rent

Safety

1.0 / 5.0

89 violent crimes/100K (77% below avg)

C+

Education

2.6 / 5.0

20.3% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

Median Income $58,940

22% lower than US avg

Home Value $156,000

45% lower than US avg

Violent Crime 89/100K

77% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 20.3%

40% lower than US avg

Median Rent $804

31% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 35.2%

10% higher than US avg

Unemployment 2.5%

31% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 10.2%

18% lower than US avg

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

People

Population17,054

Median Age39.7 yrs

Density1,923/mi²

Male / Female49% / 51%

Largest GroupWhite 89%

Veterans6.7%

Economy

B+

Median Income$58,940

Per Capita$30,635

Unemployment2.5%

Poverty10.2%

County GDP$2,991M

Commute22 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$156,000

Rent$804

Ownership64.5%

Zillow$203,397

Housing Units8,082

Rent Burden24.3%

Crime

Violent89/100K

Property1,550/100K

Murder0.0/100K

Assault36/100K

Burglary237/100K

Health

Obesity35.2%

Uninsured9.3%

Smoking17.5%

Depression27.0%

Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)

AQI43 (Good)

Rain40.1 in/yr

Sunny Days275/yr

Elevation714 ft (218 m)

Education

C+

Bachelor's+20.3%

High School+92.1%

Graduate+6.4%

School Score5.63

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 28%

Commute22 min

Broadband90.4%

EV Stations3

Libraries8

Is Norwalk a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Norwalk receives an overall livability score of 3.1 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 below-average incomes. Norwalk offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Norwalk is $58,940, 22% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. 10.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Norwalk is $156,000, 45% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $804 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.

Safety & Crime

Norwalk is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 89 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,550 per 100,000, 21% below the national average.

Education

20.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.6/10.

Climate & Weather

Norwalk experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.1 inches, including 32.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Norwalk has a population of 17,054 with a density of 1,923 people per square mile, spread across 9.2 square miles. The median age is 39.7 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.3% female and 48.7% male. The city is predominantly White (89.2%), with 1.3% Hispanic, 1.3% Black. English is the primary language spoken at home by 94.6% of residents, while 5.4% speak Spanish. 6.7% of the population are veterans. 16.9% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 93.8% have health insurance coverage.

Population

17,054

Total Population

1,923

People / sq mi

39.7yrs

Median Age

2% above US avg

9.2mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.7%

Female 51.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Norwalk vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 94.6%

21% above US avg

Spanish 5.4%

60% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Norwalk vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Norwalk is $58,940, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $30,635 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $1,024, 28% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.2% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 1,419 business establishments, including 114 restaurants. The cost of living index is 92.8, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 5.6% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Norwalk vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$58,940
	22% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$30,635
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,024
IRS Avg AGI	$59,233
Gini Index	0.397 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	2.5%
	31% below US avg
Poverty Rate	10.2%
	18% below US avg
Establishments (County)	1,419
County GDP	$2,991M

Business (County)

Restaurants	114
Healthcare	108
Retail	154
Manufacturing	92

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$3,837
	10% above US avg
Cost of Living	92.80 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate	2.46%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	22.4 min
Drive Alone	82.6%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	5.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Norwalk is $156,000, 45% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $203,397, higher than the Census estimate. Homes sell for 98.3% of their list price. Monthly rent averages $804 (31% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $873 for a one-bedroom to $1,092 for a two-bedroom apartment. 64.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 8,082 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1970. The average annual property tax is $3,837. 24.3% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.6x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$156,000
	45% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI	$203,397
Median List Price	$199,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price	$199,900
$/Sq Ft	$124
Homes Sold	8
Sale-to-List Ratio	98.3%
Price Drops	15.4%
Inventory	39

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent	$804
	31% below US avg
Zillow Rent (ZORI)	$1,686
Rent Burden	24.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$816
1 Bedroom	$873
2 Bedrooms	$1,092
3 Bedrooms	$1,388
4 Bedrooms	$1,550

Ownership & Property

Homeownership	64.5%
Owner-Occupied	64.5%
Renter-Occupied	35.5%
Housing Units	8,082
Median Year Built	1970

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$3,837
	10% above US avg
Effective Rate	2.46%

In Norwalk, 35.2% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 11.4% have diabetes. Heart disease affects 6.1% of residents. 33.1% have high blood pressure. 17.5% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 17.8% report binge drinking. 29.1% are physically inactive, above the national average. 27.0% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 19.4% experience frequent mental distress. 9.3% of residents lack health insurance. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,824. The dentist ratio is 1:2,531. 61.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.7 out of 10.

Air Quality (Open-Meteo CAMS — 2026-05-25)

PM2.5

9.9

μg/m³

Fine particulate

PM10

10.2

μg/m³

Coarse particulate

NO₂

6.0

μg/m³

Nitrogen dioxide

O₃

59.0

μg/m³

Ozone

SO₂

0.3

μg/m³

Sulphur dioxide

224.0

μg/m³

Carbon monoxide

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	35.2%
	10% above US avg
Diabetes	11.4%
Heart Disease	6.1%
High Blood Pressure	33.1%
Asthma	11.3%
COPD	7.7%
Cancer	7.4%
Stroke	3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	17.5%
	25% above US avg
Binge Drinking	17.8%
Physical Inactivity	29.1%
Depression	27.0%
Mental Distress	19.4%
Physical Distress	14.1%
Short Sleep	41.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	93.8%
Uninsured	9.3%
	8% above US avg
Primary Care	1:1,824
Dentists	1:2,531
Mental Health	1:582
Checkup Rate	77.6%
Dental Visits	58.3%
Premature Death	10,506/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.7/10
Exercise Access	61.4%
Healthcare Facilities	108

Norwalk has a violent crime rate of 89 per 100,000 residents, 77% below the national average of 380. This breaks down to aggravated assault at 35.5 per 100,000, robbery at 5.9, rape at 47.3. The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000 (below the national rate of 6.3). Property crime stands at 1,550 per 100,000, 21% below the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 1,290, burglary at 237, vehicle theft at 24 per 100,000 residents. The county recorded 4 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Norwalk receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent	88.7/100K
	77% below US avg
Murder	0.0/100K
	100% below US avg
Rape	47.3/100K
Robbery	5.9/100K
Assault	35.5/100K

Property Crime

Total Property	1,550.0/100K
	21% below US avg
Burglary	236.6/100K
Theft	1,289.7/100K
Vehicle Theft	23.7/100K
Arson	11.8/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	4
Traffic Accidents	21
Avg Accident Severity	2.9 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety Grade	F
Safety Score	1.0 / 5.0

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Norwalk experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 40.1 inches. The area receives 32.7 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43. The city sits at an elevation of 714 feet.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)

Annual Average	50.5°F
	6% below US avg
January Average	26°F (-3°C)
July Average	73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days	275 days/yr

Geography

Elevation	714 ft (218 m)
Area	9.2 sq mi (23.7 km²)
Population Density	1,923/sq mi
Coordinates	41.2446°N, 82.6090°W
Timezone	America/New_York
County	Huron County County
Nearest Airport	Mansfield Lahm Regional (MFD) 30 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 40.1"

5% above US avg

Snowfall 32.7"

Wettest Month (Jun) 4.13"

Driest Month (Feb) 1.85"

Air Quality

AQI Median	43.0
Rating	Good

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall Risk	Relatively Low
Risk Score	50.3 / 100
Social Vulnerability	37.7 / 100
Community Resilience	77.6 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

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

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

Earthquake History

43 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.0. Most recent: M2.5 on May 12, 2025.

Jun 10, 2019	1 km NW of Timberlake, Ohio	M4.0	108 km
Mar 12, 2007	Ohio	M3.7	103 km
Jun 30, 2003	6 km NW of Perry, Ohio	M3.6	133 km
Aug 28, 2023	7 km SE of Madison, Ohio	M3.6	147 km
Oct 16, 1993	8 km SSE of Madison, Ohio	M3.6	142 km
Jun 20, 2006	9 km WNW of North Perry, Ohio	M3.5	133 km
Mar 15, 1992	15 km NW of North Perry, Ohio	M3.5	136 km
Apr 20, 2018	Michigan	M3.4	103 km
Jan 26, 1991	1 km NNE of Mayfield Heights, Ohio	M3.4	102 km
Jun 30, 2004	2 km WNW of Madison, Ohio	M3.3	141 km
Jul 1, 2013	5 km NNW of Fairport Harbor, Ohio	M3.2	126 km
Mar 11, 2006	8 km NNW of Mentor-on-the-Lake, Ohio	M3.1	118 km
Jan 9, 2008	6 km WNW of Mentor-on-the-Lake, Ohio	M3.1	112 km
Feb 23, 2011	18 km NE of Leamington, Canada	M3.0	103 km
Apr 25, 2010	2 km WNW of Madison, Ohio	M3.0	141 km
Mar 30, 2024	2 km SSW of Maple Ridge, Ohio	M3.0	136 km
Jun 5, 2011	5 km W of Lodi, Ohio	M3.0	50 km
Aug 7, 2000	2 km S of Limaville, Ohio	M2.9	126 km
Apr 12, 2007	11 km NW of Put-in-Bay, Ohio	M2.8	59 km
Jan 4, 2022	3 km NW of Timberlake, Ohio	M2.8	107 km

Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

364 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 68 fatalities, 960 injuries.

Date	Rating	Distance	Fatalities
Jun 5, 2010	EF4	85 km	7
Apr 11, 1965	EF4	30 km	18
Apr 11, 1965	EF4	95 km	18
Jun 8, 1953	EF4	100 km	4
Nov 10, 2002	EF3	50 km	1
Jul 12, 1992	EF3	51 km	0
Jul 12, 1992	EF3	95 km	0
May 2, 1983	EF3	81 km	1
Jun 13, 1981	EF3	86 km	4
Apr 3, 1974	EF3	98 km	0
Jun 3, 1973	EF3	99 km	0
May 10, 1973	EF3	69 km	6
Sep 29, 1966	EF3	91 km	0
Apr 11, 1965	EF3	48 km	4
Apr 17, 1963	EF3	96 km	0
Mar 14, 2024	EF2	35 km	0
Aug 24, 2023	EF2	94 km	0
Jun 15, 2023	EF2	51 km	0
Jun 15, 2023	EF2	9 km	0
Jun 15, 2023	EF2	95 km	0

Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Monthly Weather

Month	Avg Temperature	Precipitation	Summary
January	26°F (-3°C)	2.1 in	Coldest
February	27°F (-3°C)	1.9 in	Driest
March	37°F (3°C)	2.7 in
April	48°F (9°C)	3.3 in
May	59°F (15°C)	3.6 in
June	68°F (20°C)	4.1 in	Wettest
July	73°F (23°C)	3.8 in	Warmest
August	71°F (21°C)	3.7 in
September	64°F (18°C)	3.2 in
October	53°F (11°C)	2.4 in
November	41°F (5°C)	3.0 in
December	31°F (-1°C)	2.7 in

Norwalk has a seasonal temperature swing of 47°F / from 26°F in January to 73°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 36.6 inches, with June being the wettest month (4.1") and February the driest (1.9").

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Norwalk is located in Huron County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, adjacent, a smaller urban community. 20.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 40% below the national average of 33.7%. 92.1% have completed high school. 6.4% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.6 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 71.6% of the vote, a 44.1-point margin. 90.4% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 3 EV charging stations. There are 8 public libraries serving the community. 108 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 82.6% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.6%

D 27.6%

Winner: Republican by 44.1 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	4
Traffic Accidents	21
Avg Accident Severity	2.9 / 4.0

F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	20.3%
	40% below US avg
High School+	92.1%
Graduate Degree+	6.4%
School Test Score	5.63

C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 4	Nonmetro / Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density	1,923/sq mi
Total Area	9.2 sq mi
County	Huron County County

Services

Broadband Access	90.4%
Avg Download Speed	96.8 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed	4.7 Mbps
Max Download Speed	1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations	3
Alt Fuel Stations	4
Public Libraries	8
Healthcare Facilities	108
Restaurants	114
Retail Stores	154

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	22.4 min
Drive Alone	82.6%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	5.6%

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

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care)	$232 ($139–$371)
Specialist Visit	$325 ($186–$510)
Urgent Care Visit	$186 ($93–$325)
Emergency Room Visit	$2,042 ($742–$4,640)
Dental Cleaning	$121 ($70–$186)
Dental Filling	$232 ($139–$371)

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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional)	$42 ($23–$70)
Oil Change (Synthetic)	$70 ($46–$111)
Brake Pad Replacement	$278 ($139–$464)
Tire Rotation	$37 ($19–$70)
New Tires (Set of 4)	$557 ($371–$928)
Battery Replacement	$186 ($93–$325)

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Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour)	$93 ($56–$139)
Electrician (Per Hour)	$84 ($46–$130)
HVAC Repair	$371 ($139–$742)
HVAC System Install	$6,496 ($3,712–$11,136)
Roof Repair	$928 ($371–$1,856)
Roof Replacement	$8,352 ($5,104–$13,920)

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Legal

Divorce (Uncontested)	$1,392 ($464–$3,248)
Divorce (Contested)	$13,920 ($4,640–$27,840)
DUI Defense	$4,640 ($1,856–$9,280)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7)	$1,392 ($742–$2,784)
Will Preparation	$464 ($186–$928)
Trust Preparation	$2,320 ($928–$4,640)

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Personal Care

Men's Haircut	$23 ($14–$42)
Women's Haircut	$51 ($28–$93)
Hair Coloring (Full)	$139 ($70–$232)
Manicure	$23 ($14–$42)
Pedicure	$37 ($23–$60)
Massage (1 Hour)	$74 ($46–$121)

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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon)	$3.80 ($2.78–$5.10)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen)	$3.25 ($2.32–$4.64)
Loaf of Bread	$3.53 ($2.32–$5.10)
Chicken Breast (per lb)	$4.18 ($2.78–$6.03)
Ground Beef (per lb)	$5.10 ($3.71–$6.96)
Rice (per lb)	$0.93 ($0.56–$1.67)

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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly)	$130 ($74–$232)
Natural Gas (Monthly)	$65 ($28–$139)
Water/Sewer (Monthly)	$65 ($37–$111)
Internet (Monthly)	$65 ($37–$93)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly)	$60 ($28–$93)
Cable TV (Monthly)	$79 ($46–$139)

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Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown)	$186 ($70–$464)
Car Insurance (Annual)	$1,856 ($1,114–$3,248)
Bus Pass (Monthly)	$65 ($28–$121)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride)	$14 ($7.42–$23)
Car Registration (Annual)	$93 ($28–$232)
Driver's License Renewal	$28 ($14–$70)

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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly)	$1,114 ($557–$2,320)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly)	$928 ($464–$1,856)
After-School Care (Monthly)	$371 ($186–$650)
Tutoring (Per Hour)	$46 ($23–$93)
SAT/ACT Prep Course	$928 ($371–$2,320)
Private School (K-12, Annual)	$11,600 ($4,640–$27,840)

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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup)	$56 ($28–$93)
Dog Vaccination (Annual)	$93 ($46–$186)
Dog Grooming	$56 ($28–$93)
Pet Boarding (Per Night)	$37 ($19–$70)
Dog Spay/Neuter	$278 ($139–$464)
Cat Spay/Neuter	$186 ($93–$371)

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Childcare

Center-Based (monthly)
Infant	$961
Toddler	$866
Preschool	$758
Family Childcare (monthly)
Infant	$736
Toddler	$714
Preschool	$671

Source: DOL Women's Bureau (2022)

Top Industries in Huron County

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

Industry	Jobs	Establishments	Avg Annual Pay	Location Quotient
Manufacturing	6,179	98	$60,258	3.51
Health Care & Social Assistance	2,428	154	$56,130	0.79
Retail Trade	2,231	173	$31,448	1.04
Construction	1,702	151	$85,483	1.51
Accommodation & Food Services	1,585	117	$17,835	0.81
Transportation & Warehousing	1,124	49	$66,181	1.24
Other Services	699	128	$34,296	1.08
Wholesale Trade	665	59	$74,467	0.79
Administrative & Waste Services	460	65	$45,324	0.36
Finance & Insurance	409	68	$62,814	0.47
Agriculture & Forestry	332	26	$43,236	1.92
Professional & Technical Services	285	88	$54,099	0.19
Educational Services	261	10	$24,244	0.59
Information & Technology	209	23	$53,305	0.52
Arts & Entertainment	154	16	$20,880	0.43
Real Estate	112	54	$41,993	0.34
Utilities	54	4	$107,242	0.66
Management of Companies	14	4	$58,533	0.04

Colleges & Universities in Norwalk

Institution	Type	Enrollment	Acceptance	In-State Tuition	Out-of-State
Elite School of Cosmetology	Private For-Profit · Associate	318	—	—	—

Hospitals in Norwalk

Hospital	Type	CMS Rating	Emergency	Phone
FISHER-TITUS HOSPITAL	Acute Care Hospitals	4/5	Yes	(419) 668-8101

Schools in Norwalk

6 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School	Level	Enrollment	Teachers	Student/Teacher
Norwalk High School	High	739	32	23.1:1
Maplehurst Elementary School	Elementary	467	22	21.2:1
Norwalk Middle School	Middle	404	20	20.2:1
Pleasant Elementary School	Elementary	391	19	20.6:1
Main Street School	Middle	344	17	20.2:1
League Elementary School	Middle	196	7	28.0:1

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Radio Stations near Norwalk

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station	Genre	Quality
Clean Air Christian Radio WHVT/WHVY	—	MP3 128 kbps
WMAN AM 1400 FM 98.3	local news, local sports	AAC 24 kbps

National Parks Near Norwalk

36 national parks and monuments found near Norwalk.

Park	Type	Fee
55Th Street Park	State Park	Free
Alum Creek State Park	State Park	Free
Catawba Island Sp	State Park	Free
Cedar Creek Provincial Park		Free
Cleveland Lakefront State Park - Gordon Park	State Park	Free
Delaware State Park	State Park	Free
East Harbor State Park	State Park	Free
East Sister Island Provincial Park		Free
Findley State Park	State Park	Free
Fish Point Provincial Nature Reserve		Free
Gil Maure Park		Free
Harriman State Park	State Park	Free
Heritage Park		Free
Kelleys Island State Park	State Park	Free
Lighthouse Point Provincial Nature Reserve		Free
Magee Marsh Wildlife Area	State Park	Free
Malabar Farm State Park	State Park	Free
Marblehead Lighthouse State Park	State Park	Free
Matthew Rodzik Park		Free
Maumee Bay State Park	State Park	Free
Middle Bass Island State Park	State Park	Free
Mohican State Park	State Park	Free
Mt. Gilead State Park	State Park	Free
North Bass Island State Park	State Park	Free
North Talbot Park		Free
Oak Point State Park	State Park	Free
Perry's Victory & International Peace Memorial	Memorial	$10
Point Pelee National Park		Free
River Raisin National Battlefield Park	National Battlefield Park	Free
South Bass Island State Park	State Park	Free
State Lands	State Park	Free
Sterling State Park	State Park	Free
Turtle Club Park		Free
Veterans Memorial Park		Free
Weston Park		Free
Wheatley Provincial Park		Free

Museums in Norwalk

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Annual Revenue
MERRY-GO-ROUND MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		4196266111	$222,263
MUSEUM OF CAROUSEL ART & HISTORY	GENERAL MUSEUM		4196266111	$222,263
SANDUSKY AREA MARITIME ASSOCIATION	HISTORY MUSEUM	125 MEIGS STREET	4196240274	$217,447
MILAN HISTORICAL MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM	10 S EDISON DRIVE	4194992968	$171,833
EDISON BIRTHPLACE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		4194992135	$103,781
T. A. EDISON BIRTHPLACE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		4194992135	$103,781
THOMAS EDISON BIRTHPLACE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM	9 N EDISON DR	4194992135	$103,781
HISTORIC LYME VILLAGE ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	5001 OHIO 4	4194834949	$85,807
LYME VILLAGE-HISTORIC	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		4194834949	$85,807
MAD RIVER AND NKP RAILROAD SOCIETY	GENERAL MUSEUM	253 SOUTHWEST STREET	4194832222	$77,528
MAD RIVER RAILROAD MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM	233 YORK ST	4194832222	$77,528
FOLLETT HOUSE MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		4196279608	$76,579
FIRELANDS HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		4196630392	$58,746
FIRELANDS MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	4 CASE AVENUE	4196686038	$58,746
BELLEVUE HISTORICAL SOCIETY AND HERITAGE MUSEUM	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		4194835727	$15,199
NEW LONDON AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		4199293674	$10,586
CASTALIA AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
HARBOUR TOWN	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		4409677168
HERITAGE SOCIETY OF ERIE COUNTY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		4196277672
HEYMANN HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	4552 STATE ROUTE 54	3138840624
HURON HISTORICAL AND CULTURAL CENTER	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	333 WILLIAMS ST	4194335009
HURON HISTORICAL AND CULTURAL CENTER	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		4194334660
JOHN WRIGHT MANSION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
LITTLE GALLERY	ART MUSEUM
NORTH FAIRFIELD FIRELANDS HISTORICAL ASSOCIATION	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		4196684006
OLD HOUSE GUILD OF SANDUSKY OHIO	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		4196270640
OLD WOMAN CREEK NATIONAL ESTUARINE RESEARCH RESERVE	ZOO, AQUARIUM, OR WILDLIFE CONSERVATION
PADAWANS PLAYGROUND INTERACTIVE CHILDRENS MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM
PLYMOUTH AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		4196875400
SANDUSKY GREENHOUSE	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER
SANDUSKY MARITIME MUSEUM	GENERAL MUSEUM		4196240274
SANDUSKYS UNDERGROUND RAILROAD EDUCATION CENTER	HISTORIC PRESERVATION
SCHOEPFLE GARDEN	ARBORETUM, BOTANICAL GARDEN, OR NATURE CENTER	11106 MARKET ST
VERMILION AREA ARCHIVAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION		4409672495
VERMILION NEWS PRINT SHOP MUSEUM	HISTORY MUSEUM	727 GRAND ST	4406702822
WILLARD AREA HISTORICAL SOCIETY	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	542 SOUTH MAIN STREET	4199350791
WOLF CREEK PINE RUN GRIST MILL	HISTORIC PRESERVATION	ST RT 3 SOUTH	4196682497

Libraries in Norwalk

Name	Address	Annual Visits
SANDUSKY LIBRARY	114 W. ADAMS ST.	235,612
RITTER PUBLIC LIBRARY	5680 LIBERTY AVE.	132,236
MILAN-BERLIN LIBRARY DISTRICT	19 E. CHURCH ST.	130,000
HURON COUNTY COMMUNITY LIBRARY	6 W. EMERALD ST.	118,404
HURON PUBLIC LIBRARY	333 WILLIAMS ST.	98,436
BELLEVUE PUBLIC LIBRARY	224 E. MAIN ST.	82,940
NORWALK PUBLIC LIBRARY	46 W. MAIN ST.	62,400
NEW LONDON PUBLIC LIBRARY	67 S. MAIN ST.	28,600
MONROEVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY	34 MONROE ST.	11,804

Farmers Markets in Norwalk

Name	Address	Season	Hours	Organic	Website
Greenwich Farmers' Market Place	North Railroad Street - between US224 & Townsend Street	05/03/2014 to 09/27/2014	Sat: 9:00 AM-12:00 PM;		Visit
Maynards Farm Market	445 US Route 42
Norwalk Farmers Market	2 Church Street	06/01/2012 to 10/31/2012	Sat: 9:00 AM-12:00 PM;	Yes
Sandusky Farmers Market	Market and Hancock	06/03/2017 to 10/28/2017	Sat: 8:00 AM-12:00 PM;		Visit

Restaurants in Norwalk

11 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

16 West

Berry's Restaurant

Freight House

Peking House

Pizza Brothers

Pizza Cravin'

Pizza Hut

Pizza Post

Sidelines Sports Eatery

Star Diner

Suki Asian Cuisine

Cafes in Norwalk

2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Main Street Cafe

Sheri's Coffee

Theatres in Norwalk

2 theatres within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Norwalk Theater

Veteran's Memorial Lake Park amphitheater

Dentists in Norwalk

2 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Stine Dental

US #1383565503

Veterinaries in Norwalk

2 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Mapleview Animal Hospital

Norwalk Veterinary Medical Center

Gas Stations in Norwalk

6 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Friendship Food Stores

Mickey Mart

Schild's

Speedway

Sunoco

Banks in Norwalk

7 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Citizens Bank

Civitas Bank

Croghan Colonial Bank

Firelands Federal Credit Union

KeyBank

PNC Bank

Premier Bank

Gyms in Norwalk

1 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ernsthausen Recreation Center

Golf Courses in Norwalk

1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Eagle Creek

Breweries in Norwalk

Name	Type	Address	Phone	Website
Home Brew Ohio	Winemaking Equipment & Supplies, Brewer Equipment Supplies & Services	6409 Milan Rd
Kaman's Korner	Sandusky, Venues, Bar, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Bar & Grill Restaurants, recreation, food and drink	1328 Milan Rd	4196279039	Visit
Office Bar	Bars & Clubs, food and drink, Norwalk Ohio, Bars & Pubs, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Venues, tavern, Bar,	11 Whittlesey Ave	4196688869	Visit
Pat's Tavern	Sandusky, Venues, Bar, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Bar & Grill Restaurants, recreation, food and drink, d	3005 Bardshar Rd	4196279011
Shamrock Tavern	Breweries & Brew Pubs, Bar & Grill Restaurants, recreation, food and drink, drinking	14 N Hester St
Station House Saloon	Sandusky, Venues, Bar, Breweries & Brew Pubs, Cocktail Lounges, Bar & Grill Restaurants, Cocktail Lo	1627 Hayes Ave	4196252249

Nursing Homes in Norwalk

3 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility	Ownership	Beds	Residents	Overall	Health	Staffing	Quality	Phone
NORWALK MEMORIAL HOME 272 BENEDICT AVE	Non profit - Corporation	69	60	5/5	—	4/5	3/5	4196688101
GAYMONT NURSING CENTER 66 NORWOOD AVE	For profit - Corporation	112	92	2/5	—	3/5	2/5	4196688258
TWILIGHT GARDENS HOME 196 W MAIN ST	For profit - Corporation	100	63	2/5	—	1/5	3/5	4196682086

Pharmacies in Norwalk

7 pharmacies and drugstores.

Pharmacy	Address	Phone
CVS - 6173	106 MILAN AVENUE	419-668-8268
DISCOUNT DRUG MART - 37	201 CLINE STREET	419-668-3024
FISHER-TITUS MEDICAL CENTER	272 BENEDICT AVENUE	419-668-8101
KAISER WELLS PHARMACY AND HOMECARE	251 BENEDICT AVENUE	419-668-1078
RITE AID - 1433	99 WHITTLESEY AVENUE	419-668-9775
WAL-MART SUPERCENTER - 1986	340 WESTWIND DRIVE	419-663-2413
WALGREENS - 10956	4 EAST LEAGUE STREET	419-668-0424

EV Charging Stations in Norwalk

Name	Address	Network	Level 2	DC Fast	Connectors	Access
KG AUTOMOTIVE KG DCFC PUBILC	224 Milan Ave	ChargePoint Network		1	CHADEMO J1772COMBO	public
EV CITY CHARGER STATION 2	38 Whittlesey Ave	ChargePoint Network	2		J1772	public
EV CITY CHARGER STATION1	30 W Seminary St	ChargePoint Network	2		J1772	public
EVANS CARES EVANS CARES	314 E Main St (Route 61 East)	ChargePoint Network	2		J1772	public
KG AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE BAY	224 Milan Ave	ChargePoint Network	1		J1772	public

Cell Towers in Norwalk

Address	Structure Type	Height (ft)
2495 State Route 224 (154124)	MTOWER	100
1150 feet NW of the intersection of ST113 and SR60 (63137)	LTOWER	89
2826 Smith Street (125038)	LTOWER	88
206 Woodland Ave.	TOWER	84
206 Woodland Ave.	TOWER	84
APPROX. 550 FT SOUTH OF DRIVER ROAD (17139)	LTOWER	82
4691 U.S. Rt. 20 (84603)	LTOWER	79
4691 U.S. Rt. 20	TOWER	79
4691 U.S. Rt. 20	TOWER	79
4108 Lima - Sandusky Road (27853)	LTOWER	79
5111 SR-13	TOWER	61
5111 SR-13	TOWER	61
14214 STATE ROUTE 61 EAST (84878)	MTOWER	60
2835 U S STATE RT 250	TOWER	59
2835 U S STATE RT 250	TOWER	59
1100 DOUGLAS DRIVE (73336)	MTOWER	59
201 North Main Street (154162)	LTOWER	57
1529 Sawmill Parkway	TOWER	49
1529 Sawmill Parkway	TOWER	49
1529 Sawmill Parkway (19999)	MTOWER	47

Fire Stations in Norwalk

Name	Address	Type	Active Firefighters	Volunteers	Phone
Norwalk Fire Department	42 Whittlesey AVE	Career			419-663-6790

Bridges in Norwalk

Type	Kind	Year Built	Length (ft)	Daily Traffic	Condition
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1968	226	11,427	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1988	36	7,525	G
Slab	Concrete	2004	36	7,525	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1994	44	7,525	F
Culvert	Concrete	1965	36	7,429	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1965	356	6,390	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1965	203	6,390	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1906	30	6,311	F
Slab	Concrete	1934	28	6,071	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1965	168	5,624	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1965	285	5,624	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1965	285	5,624	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1965	226	5,624	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1965	226	5,624	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1965	168	5,624	F
Culvert	Concrete	1965	36	4,582	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Prestressed concrete	1934	32	4,343	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1940	79	4,300	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1965	222	4,160	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1965	122	3,851	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1965	115	3,851	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1900	23	3,839	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Concrete	1993	25	3,756	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Concrete	1993	23	3,756	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2008	79	3,302	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1997	65	2,430	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2003	121	2,312	G
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1965	159	2,291	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1965	159	2,291	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2007	67	2,227	G
Culvert	Concrete	1997	27	1,781	F
Culvert	Concrete	1997	26	1,299	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1973	595	1,263	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel	1925	86	1,158	P
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1965	201	844	G
Culvert	Steel	1962	31	656	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2015	105	536	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1968	44	532	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1973	32	462	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Concrete	1964	31	454	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1966	46	454	F
Stringer/Multi-beam	Steel continuous	1968	239	402	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Concrete	1994	29	351	F
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	1972	60	324	F
Frame	Concrete	2008	25	195	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Prestressed concrete	2000	82	185	G
Frame	Concrete	2004	22	155	G
Box Beam (Multiple)	Concrete	1995	33	140	P

Correctional Facilities in Norwalk

Name	Address	Type	Population	Capacity	Status
HURON COUNTY JAIL	255 SHADY LANE DR	COUNTY	-999	-999	OPEN

Amtrak Stations in Norwalk

1 Amtrak stations.

Station	Address	Type
Sandusky, OH	1200 North Depot Street	TRAIN

Superfund Sites Near Norwalk

2 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

Site	Address	County
BUNGE NORTH AMERICA (EAST), LLC	605 GOODRICH ROAD, P.O. BOX 369	HURON
STONECO INC AVERY ASPHALT PLT NO 40	10801 HURON AVERY ROAD	ERIE

Airports Near Norwalk

50 airports within the area.

Airport	IATA	Type
Erie-Ottawa International Airport	—	Medium Airport
Mansfield Lahm Regional Airport	MFD	Medium Airport
Aero Lake Farm Airport	—	Small Airport
Ashland County Airport	—	Small Airport
Bandit Field Airdrome Airport	—	Small Airport
Bea-D Airport	—	Small Airport
Bender Airport	—	Small Airport
Boggy Bottoms Airport	—	Small Airport
Carroll's Airport	—	Small Airport
Cedar Creek Airport	—	Small Airport
Chippewa Field	—	Small Airport
Columbia Airport	—	Small Airport
Colvin Airport	—	Small Airport
Crocker Airport	—	Small Airport
D. A. Chandler Airport	—	Small Airport
Dorlon Airpark	—	Small Airport
Double S Farms Airport	—	Small Airport
Dougherty Airport	—	Small Airport
Elyria Airport	—	Small Airport
Freefall Field	—	Small Airport
Freeman Swank Farms Airport	—	Small Airport
Fremont Airport	—	Small Airport
Galion Municipal Airport	GQQ	Small Airport
Galloway Airport	—	Small Airport
Gibbs Field	—	Small Airport
Gorman Airport	—	Small Airport
Gorman-Green Airport	—	Small Airport
Haar Airport	—	Small Airport
Hawk's Nest Airport	—	Small Airport
Heathcliff Airpark	—	Small Airport
Hinde Airport	—	Small Airport
Holmes County Airport	—	Small Airport
Horning Airport	—	Small Airport
Jenkins Airport	—	Small Airport
Jer-Mar Airpark	—	Small Airport
K & D Airways Airport	—	Small Airport
Kelleys Island Land Field	—	Small Airport
Kosik Private Airport	—	Small Airport
Lake Air Ranch Airport	—	Small Airport
Lanker Airport	—	Small Airport
Lorain County Regional Airport	—	Small Airport
M.C.R. Airport	—	Small Airport
Marion Municipal Airport	MNN	Small Airport
Mather Field	—	Small Airport
Middle Bass Island Airport	—	Small Airport
Middle Bass-East Point Airport	—	Small Airport
Mindzak Airfield	—	Small Airport
Missler-Bellevue Airport	—	Small Airport
Mohican Air Park	—	Small Airport
Mole Airport	—	Small Airport

Police Stations in Norwalk

8 police stations.

Station	Address	Phone




Erie County Sheriff
Erie County Sheriff
Highway Patrol	511 Fremont Avenue
Huron County Sheriffs Office
Huron Police Department
Norwalk Police Department
Perkins Township Police Department	2610 Columbus Avenue
Plymouth Police

Grocery Stores in Norwalk

23 grocery stores.

Store	Type	Address
ALDI 63010 63010	Supermarket	195 Milan Ave
Circle K 4705964	Convenience Store	211 Cleveland Rd
CVS 6173	Other	106 Milan Ave
Dave's Food Mart	Convenience Store	84 Benedict Ave
Discount Drug Mart 37	Other	84 Whittlesey Ave
Dollar General 24380	Other	580 State Route 20 E
Dollar Tree 1523	Other	101 Plank Rd
Dublo's Carryout	Convenience Store	6 Madison St
FISHERS COUNTRY MARKET	Specialty Store	2917 State Route 61
FriendShip 89	Convenience Store	275 Milan Ave
Hy-Miller 2224	Convenience Store	110 Townsend Ave
La Guadalupana Grocery	Convenience Store	72 E Main St
La Mixteca Tienda Mexicana	Grocery Store	81 Cline St
Mickey Mart 55	Convenience Store	155 Whittlesey Ave
Mickey Mart 71	Convenience Store	123 Akron Rd
Mickey's 20	Convenience Store	331 Milan Ave
Mickey's 72	Convenience Store	251 Benedict Ave
Miller's Market	Other	117 Whittlesey Ave
SCHILD'S IGA	Super Store	171 Milan Ave
Speedway 3550	Convenience Store	183 Milan Ave
Walgreens 10956	Other	4 E League St
Walmart 1986	Super Store	340 Westwind Dr
WEST SIDE STORE	Convenience Store	288 W Main St

Post Offices in Norwalk

1 post offices.

Post Office	Address
Norwalk Post Office

Treatment Centers in Norwalk

10 treatment centers.

Center	Type	Phone
BrightView Health	Substance Abuse	844-707-7775
Clear Minds Coaching and - Counseling LLC	Both	567-424-6003
Erie County Detox Unit - Erie Cnty Health Dept/Comm Health Ctr	Substance Abuse	419-626-5623 x5232
Firelands Counseling/Recovery Services	Both	419-663-3737
Firelands Counseling/Recovery Services	Both	419-557-5177
Firelands Regional Medical Center	Mental Health	419-557-7776
Northeast Ohio VA Healthcare System - Sandusky CBOC	Both	419-609-1460 x46900
Pinnacle Treatment Centers OH XII LLC - Sandusky Treatment Services	Substance Abuse	419-504-0068
Praxis of the Firelands - Landmark Recovery	Substance Abuse	419-792-2544
Recovery Institute of Ohio	Substance Abuse	888-468-1441

DOL Wage Violations in Norwalk

5 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $182,819 in back wages owed to 116 employees.

Violations

$182,819

Back Wages Owed

116

Employees Owed

Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.

Employer	Severity	Parent Company	ZIP	Industry	Cases	Back Wages	Per Employee	Employees
Casa Fiesta	SIGNIFICANT	—	44857	—	1	$165,004	$5,323	31
Twilight Gardens Home, Inc.	—	—	44857	—	1	$8,189	$341	24
MARK SCHAFFER EXCAVATING & TRUCKING, INC.	—	—	44857	Water and Sewer Line and Related Structures Construction	1	$7,940	$162	49
Berry's Restaurant	—	—	44857	—	1	$1,499	$136	11
Gaymont Nursing Center	—	—	44857	—	1	$187	$187	1

Churches & Religious Organizations in Norwalk

16 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

Name	Address
CHURCH OF GOOD PEOPLE INC	3 WOODWARD DR
DELIVERANCE TABERNACLE CHURCH INC	863 PERU-OLENA RD
EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN CHURCH IN AMERICA	243 BENEDICT AVE
FIRELANDS CATHOLIC EDUCATION DEVELOPMENT OFFICE INC	93 E MAIN ST
FOUNDATION CHURCH	535 US STATE ROUTE 20 E
GOSPEL TABERNACLE OF THE CHRISTIAN & MISSIONARY ALLIANCE	2755 US RT 250 SOUTH
LUTHERAN HOUSING SERVICES NUMBER 3INCORPORATED	36 EXECUTIVE DRIVE
MAPLE CITY CHURCH OF GOD	63 WILLIAMS AVE
NORWALK CATHOLIC SCHOLARSHIP GRANTING ORGANIZATION	93 E MAIN ST
NORWALK CATHOLIC SCHOOL	93 E MAIN ST
NORWALK COMMUNITY CHRISTIAN METHODIST EPISCOPAL CHURCH	66 OLD STATE RD S
NORWALK SAINT MARY MOTHER OF THE REDEEMER PARISH	38 W LEAGUE ST
NORWALK ST PAUL CONFERENCE	PO BOX 52
NORWALK ST PAUL THE APOSTLE PARISH	91 E MAIN ST
SUCCESSFUL RELATIONSHIPS INC	178 E MAIN ST
VICTORY BAPTIST CHURCH NORWALK	132 GALLUP AVE

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Frequently Asked Questions About Norwalk

What is the population of Norwalk?

Norwalk has a population of 17,054 residents and is located in Ohio. The population density is 1,923 people per square mile, spread across 9.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 39.7 years. The population is 51.3% female and 48.7% male.

Is Norwalk expensive to live in?

Norwalk is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 92.8 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $58,940, 22% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $156,000 (45% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $804 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.6x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Norwalk safe?

Norwalk is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 89 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,550 per 100,000 (below the national average). Overall, Norwalk receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Norwalk?

Norwalk has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winter temperatures average 26°F in January, while summers reach an average of 73°F in July. The area receives 275 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 40.1 inches, with 32.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 43.

How is the job market in Norwalk?

The job market in Norwalk is very strong, with unemployment at just 2.5% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $1,024. There are 1,419 business establishments in the area, including 114 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 22 minutes, and 5.6% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Norwalk?

The median home value in Norwalk is $156,000. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $203,397. For renters, the median monthly rent is $804. Fair market rent is $873 for a 1-bedroom and $1,092 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 64.5%. The average annual property tax is $3,837.

How are the schools in Norwalk?

Schools in Norwalk score 5.6 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 20.3% of adults in Norwalk hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.1% have completed high school. 6.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Norwalk?

The obesity rate in Norwalk is 35.2% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 17.5% of adults are smokers. 29.1% are physically inactive. 27.0% of residents report depression. 9.3% lack health insurance. 61.4% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,824.

What is transportation like in Norwalk?

The average commute in Norwalk is 22 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 82.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 5.6% work from home.

What are the demographics of Norwalk?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Norwalk is 89.2% White, 1.3% Black or African American, 1.3% Hispanic or Latino. 94.6% of residents speak only English at home, while 5.4% speak Spanish. 6.7% of the population are military veterans. 16.9% of residents have a disability. 93.8% have health insurance coverage.

Nearby Cities

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People 10/10

Economy 13/13

Housing 14/17

Health 25/26

Crime & Safety 11/12

Climate & Environment 17/19

Community 14/14

Cost of Services 3/3

Historical Trends 0/3

Geography 6/6

Places & Facilities 25/32

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Is Norwalk a Good Place to Live?

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Norwalk vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Norwalk vs U.S. Average

Income: Norwalk vs U.S.

Commute Mode

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Air Quality (Open-Meteo CAMS — 2026-05-25)

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

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

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Safety Score

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2024 Presidential Election (County)

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