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Norwich, KS

Kansas · Metropolitan Area

Norwich is a small town in Kansas with a population of 483. Residents earn $53,333 per year, which is 29% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
483 Population 1,208/sq mi density
$53,333 Median Income $30,366 per capita
$88,500 Home Value $180,041 Zillow
$856 Median Rent 28.1% income on rent
57°F Avg Temperature 317 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$53,333 median income, 2.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$88,500 home value, $856/mo rent
C+
Education
3.0 / 5.0
24.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,333
29% lower than US avg
Home Value $88,500
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.9%
26% lower than US avg
Median Rent $856
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.6%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.7%
6% lower than US avg

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

People

Population483
Median Age39.5 yrs
Density1,208/mi²
Male / Female51% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans4.9%

Economy

B+
Median Income$53,333
Per Capita$30,366
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty11.7%
County GDP$878M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$88,500
Rent$856
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$180,041
Housing Units245
Rent Burden28.1%

Health

Obesity38.6%
Uninsured8.2%
Smoking15.3%
Depression22.5%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
AQI39 (Good)
Rain33.1 in/yr
Sunny Days317/yr
Elevation1,495 ft (456 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.9%
High School+95.3%
Graduate+4.6%
School Score5.80

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 24%
Commute28 min
Broadband80.4%
Libraries7

Is Norwich a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Norwich receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Norwich offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Norwich is $53,333, 29% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. 11.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Norwich is $88,500, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $856 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

24.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Norwich enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. With 317 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 33.1 inches, including 6.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Norwich has a population of 483 with a density of 1,208 people per square mile. The median age is 39.5 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.3%), with 1.7% Hispanic.

Population

483
Total Population
1,208
People / sq mi
39.5yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.5%
Female 49.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Norwich vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.6%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.4%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Norwich vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Norwich is $53,333, which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Norwich vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,333
29% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,366
Avg Weekly Wage$842
IRS Avg AGI$63,817

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.7%
6% below US avg
Establishments (County)640
County GDP$878M

Business (County)

Restaurants44
Healthcare52
Retail63
Manufacturing32

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,670
5% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.15%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.8 min
Drive Alone86.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Norwich is $88,500, 69% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $856 (26% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $180,041.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$88,500
69% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$180,041

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$856
26% below US avg
Rent Burden28.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$702
1 Bedroom$753
2 Bedrooms$947
3 Bedrooms$1,223
4 Bedrooms$1,397

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied76.2%
Housing Units245
Median Year Built1951

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,670
5% above US avg
Effective Rate4.15%
In Norwich, 38.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.2% of residents lack health insurance. 15.3% are current smokers. 22.5% report depression. 24.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.6%
20% above US avg
Diabetes9.1%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure31.0%
Asthma10.4%
COPD6.3%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.3%
9% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.3%
Physical Inactivity24.5%
Depression22.5%
Mental Distress17.6%
Physical Distress11.9%
Short Sleep35.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate81.0%
Uninsured8.2%
5% below US avg
Checkup Rate74.3%
Dental Visits64.3%
Premature Death10,708/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access41.4%
Healthcare Facilities52
Norwich has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 81°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.1 inches. The area enjoys 317 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 81°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average56.8°F
5% above US avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average81°F (27°C)
Sunny Days317 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.1 inches
13% below US avg
Snowfall6.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median39.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,495 ft (456 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density1,208/sq mi
Coordinates37.4572°N, 97.8479°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS20191
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 24.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (26% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 50.1-point margin. 80.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74%
D 24%

Winner: Republican by 50.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.9%
26% below US avg
High School+95.3%
Graduate Degree+4.6%
School Test Score5.80
C+ Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,208/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access80.4%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities52
Restaurants44
Retail Stores63

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.8 min
Drive Alone86.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.1%

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