Norwich, NY

New York

Norwich is a small city in New York with a population of 6,880. Residents earn $51,713 per year, which is 31% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
6,880 Population 3,245/sq mi density
$51,713 Median Income $30,499 per capita
$123,100 Home Value
$842 Median Rent
46°F Avg Temperature
329 Violent Crime/100K 3,951 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$51,713 median income, 6.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$123,100 home value, $842/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
329 violent crimes/100K (13% below avg)
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,713
31% lower than US avg
Home Value $123,100
56% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 329/100K
13% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.0%
23% lower than US avg
Median Rent $842
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.9%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.8%
89% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.9%
4% lower than US avg

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

People

Population6,880
Median Age40.1 yrs
Density3,245/mi²
Male / Female47% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 87%

Economy

B
Median Income$51,713
Per Capita$30,499
Unemployment6.8%
Poverty11.9%
County GDP$3,066M
Commute14 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$123,100
Rent$842
OwnershipN/A

Crime

F
Violent329/100K
Property3,951/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault172/100K
Burglary573/100K

Health

Obesity36.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.1%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain45.3 in/yr
Elevation1,014 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.0%
High School+88.9%
School Score5.39

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 36%
Commute14 min
EV Stations2
Libraries10

Is Norwich a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Norwich 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. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. 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 $51,713, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 11.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Norwich is $123,100, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $842 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Norwich is below the national average at 329 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,951 per 100,000, 102% above the national average.

Education

26.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.

Climate & Weather

Norwich experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.3 inches, including 74.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Norwich has a population of 6,880 with a density of 3,245 people per square mile. The median age is 40.1 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (87.3%), with 1.6% Black.

Population

6,880
Total Population
3,245
People / sq mi
40.1yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
2.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.5%
Female 53.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Norwich vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.0%
17% above US avg
Spanish8.0%
40% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Norwich vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Norwich is $51,713, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 11.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes.

Income: Norwich vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,713
31% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,499
Avg Weekly Wage$1,234
IRS Avg AGI$59,122

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.8%
89% above US avg
Poverty Rate11.9%
4% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,040
County GDP$3,066M

Business (County)

Restaurants91
Healthcare110
Retail164
Manufacturing55

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,373
82% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.18%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time14.4 min
Work from Home8.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Norwich is $123,100, 56% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $842 (28% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$123,100
56% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$842
28% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,215
1 Bedroom$1,315
2 Bedrooms$1,579
3 Bedrooms$1,976
4 Bedrooms$2,193

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied42.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,373
82% above US avg
Effective Rate5.18%
In Norwich, 36.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.1% report depression. 26.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.9%
15% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure30.8%
Asthma11.8%
COPD7.6%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.3%
Physical Inactivity26.9%
Depression23.1%
Mental Distress19.3%
Physical Distress14.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.3%
Checkup Rate77.0%
Premature Death10,172/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access54.6%
Healthcare Facilities110
Norwich has a violent crime rate of 329 per 100,000 residents, 13% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,951 per 100,000 (102% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent329.3/100K
13% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape100.2/100K
Robbery57.3/100K
Assault171.8/100K

Property Crime

Total Property3,951.3/100K
102% above US avg
Burglary572.7/100K
Theft3,364.4/100K
Vehicle Theft14.3/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Norwich has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

22°F Jan (-6°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average45.9°F
15% below US avg
January Average22°F (-6°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.3 inches
19% above US avg
Snowfall74.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,014 ft (309 m)
Area2.1 sq mi (5.5 km²)
Population Density3,245/sq mi
Coordinates42.5333°N, 75.5228°W
County FIPS36017
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 26.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (23% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 27.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 63.6%
D 36.4%

Winner: Republican by 27.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.0%
23% below US avg
High School+88.9%
School Test Score5.39
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density3,245/sq mi
Total Area2.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities110
Restaurants91
Retail Stores164

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute14.4 min
Work from Home8.8%

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