Norwich, CT
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Norwich, CT
At a Glance
How Norwich Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Norwich's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Norwich a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Norwich residents earn a median household income of $64,185 , which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $37,057. The unemployment rate stands at 7.1% (97% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 13.1% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 9,101 business establishments, including 773 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Norwich is $231,300 , 18% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $306,163. Median rent is $1,203/month, with 30.9% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 103.6 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1957.
Safety & Crime
Norwich reports 213 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 44% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,263/100K. The murder rate is 0.0/100K.
Education
22.6% of adults in Norwich hold a bachelor's degree or higher (33% below the national average). 87.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Norwich has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 52.2 inches.