Norway, IN

Indiana

Norway is a small town in Indiana with a population of 307. Residents earn $41,375 per year, which is 45% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
307 Population 345/sq mi density
$41,375 Median Income $23,990 per capita
$95,000 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.3 / 5.0
$41,375 median income, 6.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$95,000 home value
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
6.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $41,375
45% lower than US avg
Home Value $95,000
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.9%
80% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 44.2%
38% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.6%
83% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 21.5%
73% higher than US avg

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

People

Population307
Median Age50.1 yrs
Density345/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 87%
Veterans17.6%

Economy

C
Median Income$41,375
Per Capita$23,990
Unemployment6.6%
Poverty21.5%
County GDP$1,514M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$95,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity44.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.7%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain41.0 in/yr
Elevation682 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.9%
High School+85.8%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 26%
Commute23 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries4

Is Norway a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Norway receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Norway offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Norway is $41,375, 45% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. The poverty rate of 21.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Norway is $95,000, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Norway experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.0 inches, including 20.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Norway has a population of 307 with a density of 345 people per square mile. The median age is 50.1 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.3%).

Population

307
Total Population
345
People / sq mi
50.1yrs
Median Age
29% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.8%
Female 50.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Norway vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only84.4%
8% above US avg
Spanish15.6%
16% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Norway vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Norway is $41,375, which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 21.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Norway vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$41,375
45% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,990
Avg Weekly Wage$935
IRS Avg AGI$66,512

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.6%
83% above US avg
Poverty Rate21.5%
73% above US avg
Establishments (County)706
County GDP$1,514M

Business (County)

Restaurants52
Healthcare32
Retail99
Manufacturing39

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,703
23% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.85%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.4 min
Drive Alone46.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Norway is $95,000, 66% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$95,000
66% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$816
1 Bedroom$882
2 Bedrooms$1,096
3 Bedrooms$1,391
4 Bedrooms$1,590

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied97.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,703
23% below US avg
Effective Rate2.85%
In Norway, 44.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.7% report depression. 24.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity44.2%
38% above US avg
Diabetes10.9%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure32.9%
Asthma11.2%
COPD6.9%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.5%
Physical Inactivity24.3%
Depression26.7%
Mental Distress18.4%
Physical Distress13.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate78.0%
Premature Death9,851/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access43.9%
Healthcare Facilities32

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Norway has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average49.9°F
8% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.0 inches
8% above US avg
Snowfall20.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation682 ft (208 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²)
Population Density345/sq mi
Coordinates40.7750°N, 86.7724°W
County FIPS18181
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 6.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (80% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 45-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.4%
D 26.4%

Winner: Republican by 45 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.9%
80% below US avg
High School+85.8%
School Test Score6.01
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density345/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities32
Restaurants52
Retail Stores99

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.4 min
Drive Alone46.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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