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Norwalk, WI

Wisconsin

Norwalk is a small town in Wisconsin with a population of 612. Residents earn $58,750 per year, which is 22% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
612 Population 594/sq mi density
$58,750 Median Income $24,023 per capita
$94,000 Home Value $190,568 Zillow
$732 Median Rent 22.3% income on rent
45°F Avg Temperature 260 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$58,750 median income, 2.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$94,000 home value, $732/mo rent
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,750
22% lower than US avg
Home Value $94,000
67% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.8%
80% lower than US avg
Median Rent $732
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 46.4%
45% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.7%
25% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.1%
30% higher than US avg

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

People

Population612
Median Age29.2 yrs
Density594/mi²
Male / Female61% / 39%
Largest GroupWhite 47%
Veterans2.1%

Economy

B+
Median Income$58,750
Per Capita$24,023
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty16.1%
County GDP$3,006M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$94,000
Rent$732
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$190,568
Housing Units244
Rent Burden22.3%

Health

Obesity46.4%
Uninsured16.1%
Smoking19.0%
Depression25.9%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp45°F (7°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain36.7 in/yr
Sunny Days260/yr
Elevation1,038 ft (316 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.8%
High School+70.7%
Graduate+0.3%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 62% / D 36%
Commute25 min
Broadband52.9%
Libraries6

Is Norwalk a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Norwalk receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include a high uninsured rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. 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 $58,750, 22% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. The poverty rate of 16.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Norwalk is $94,000, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $732 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 70.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Norwalk has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 45°F. Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. With 260 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Norwalk has a population of 612 with a density of 594 people per square mile. The median age is 29.2 years, 25% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (46.6%), with 7.2% Black.

Population

612
Total Population
594
People / sq mi
29.2yrs
Median Age
25% below US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 60.6%
Female 39.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Norwalk vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only53.2%
32% below US avg
Spanish46.8%
249% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Norwalk vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Norwalk is $58,750, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 16.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Norwalk vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,750
22% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,023
Avg Weekly Wage$1,035
IRS Avg AGI$65,112

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
25% below US avg
Poverty Rate16.1%
30% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,335
County GDP$3,006M

Business (County)

Restaurants124
Healthcare92
Retail135
Manufacturing58

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,984
42% above US avg
Cost of Living94.10 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate5.30%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.3 min
Drive Alone63.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Norwalk is $94,000, 67% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $732 (37% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $190,568.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$94,000
67% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$190,568

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$732
37% below US avg
Rent Burden22.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$797
1 Bedroom$872
2 Bedrooms$1,097
3 Bedrooms$1,405
4 Bedrooms$1,572

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied71.4%
Housing Units244
Median Year Built1973

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,984
42% above US avg
Effective Rate5.30%
In Norwalk, 46.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 16.1% of residents lack health insurance. 19.0% are current smokers. 25.9% report depression. 36.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity46.4%
45% above US avg
Diabetes12.2%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure32.2%
Asthma11.4%
COPD7.9%
Cancer6.7%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.0%
36% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.0%
Physical Inactivity36.6%
Depression25.9%
Mental Distress18.6%
Physical Distress16.0%
Short Sleep34.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate60.9%
Uninsured16.1%
87% above US avg
Checkup Rate73.7%
Dental Visits56.1%
Premature Death7,458/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access59.5%
Healthcare Facilities92
Norwalk has an average annual temperature of 45°F (7°C). Winters average 17°F in January while summers reach 70°F in July. Annual precipitation is 36.7 inches. The area enjoys 260 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

17°F Jan (-8°C) 70°F Jul (21°C)
Annual Average45.0°F
17% below US avg
January Average17°F (-8°C)
July Average70°F (21°C)
Sunny Days260 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall36.7 inches
4% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,038 ft (316 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density594/sq mi
Coordinates43.8342°N, 90.6269°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS55081
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 6.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (80% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 26.1-point margin. 52.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.5%
D 36.3%

Winner: Republican by 26.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.8%
80% below US avg
High School+70.7%
Graduate Degree+0.3%
School Test Score5.81
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density594/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access52.9%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities92
Restaurants124
Retail Stores135

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.3 min
Drive Alone63.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home10.5%

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