Median Income
$47,632
37% lower than US avg
Home Value
$126,700
55% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
19.5%
42% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$853
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
43.8%
36% higher than US avg
Unemployment
10.5%
192% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
10.1%
19% lower than US avg
How Norway Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population279
Median Age50.2 yrs
Density353/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 27%
Economy
C+
Median Income$47,632
Per Capita$24,901
Unemployment10.5%
Poverty10.1%
County GDP$510M
Commute33 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$126,700
Rent$853
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity43.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression22.7%
Heart Disease6.5%
Climate
Avg Temp64°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain48.5 in/yr
Elevation237 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+19.5%
High School+82.3%
School Score4.51
Community
2024 VoteR 42% / D 57%
Commute33 min
Libraries2
Is Norway a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Norway receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. 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 $47,632, 37% below the national average of $75,149. At 10.5%, unemployment is notably high. 10.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Norway is $126,700, 55% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $853 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
19.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.5/10.
Climate & Weather
Norway enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 64°F. Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Norway has a population of 279 with a density of 353 people per square mile. The median age is 50.2 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly Black (64.5%), with 27.2% White, 3.9% Hispanic.
Population
50.2yrs
Median Age
29% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.4% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.6% |
| 96% below US avg |
The median household income in Norway is $47,632, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 10.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $47,632 |
| 37% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $24,901 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $904 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $51,522 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 10.5% |
| 192% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 10.1% |
| 19% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 307 |
| County GDP | $510M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 24 |
| Healthcare | 42 |
| Retail | 54 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,988 |
| 15% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.36% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 32.7 min |
| Work from Home | 1.0% |
The median home value in Norway is $126,700, 55% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $853 (27% below US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $126,700 |
| 55% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| $/Sq Ft | $22 |
| Homes Sold | 1 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 85.7% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $853 |
| 27% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $928 |
| 1 Bedroom | $982 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,155 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,450 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,699 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,988 |
| 15% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.36% |
In Norway, 43.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 22.7% report depression. 32.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Norway vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 43.8% |
| 36% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 15.9% |
| Heart Disease | 6.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 43.1% |
| Asthma | 11.3% |
| COPD | 8.4% |
| Stroke | 4.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 14.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 32.7% |
| Depression | 22.7% |
| Mental Distress | 20.0% |
| Physical Distress | 15.6% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 91.4% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 81.5% |
| Premature Death | 15,722/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.6/10 |
| Exercise Access | 32.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 42 |
Crime Rates: Norway vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
Safety Score
Norway has an average annual temperature of 64°F (18°C). Winters average 47°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
47°F Jan (8°C)
81°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 64.4°F |
| 19% above US avg |
| January Average | 47°F (8°C) |
| July Average | 81°F (27°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 48.5 inches |
| 28% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 0.3 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 237 ft (72 m) |
| Area | 0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 353/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 33.4498°N, 81.1267°W |
| County FIPS | 45009 |