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Norwich, OH

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Norwich is a small town in Ohio with a population of 89. Residents earn $64,750 per year, which is 14% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
89 Population 1,113/sq mi density
$64,750 Median Income $32,918 per capita
$117,000 Home Value $268,042 Zillow
$900 Median Rent 37.5% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature 302 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$64,750 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$117,000 home value, $900/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $64,750
14% lower than US avg
Home Value $117,000
58% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.4%
36% lower than US avg
Median Rent $900
23% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.7%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.1%
30% higher than US avg

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

People

Population89
Median Age41.4 yrs
Density1,113/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans75.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$64,750
Per Capita$32,918
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty16.1%
County GDP$5,129M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$117,000
Rent$900
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$268,042
Housing Units48
Rent Burden37.5%

Health

Obesity35.7%
Uninsured5.7%
Smoking12.7%
Depression25.1%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain38.6 in/yr
Sunny Days302/yr
Elevation968 ft (295 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.4%
High School+90.0%
Graduate+6.2%
School Score5.90

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 28%
Commute20 min
Broadband41.0%
EV Stations1
Libraries6

Is Norwich a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Norwich receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. 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 $64,750, 14% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 16.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Norwich is $117,000, 58% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $900 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

21.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Norwich experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 302 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Norwich has a population of 89 with a density of 1,113 people per square mile. The median age is 41.4 years, 6% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.9%), with 1.1% Hispanic.

Population

89
Total Population
1,113
People / sq mi
41.4yrs
Median Age
6% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.6%
Female 49.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Norwich vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Norwich vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Norwich is $64,750, which is 14% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 16.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Norwich vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$64,750
14% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,918
Avg Weekly Wage$1,005
IRS Avg AGI$60,621

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate16.1%
30% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,970
County GDP$5,129M

Business (County)

Restaurants190
Healthcare199
Retail287
Manufacturing72

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,165
19% above US avg
Cost of Living92.80 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.56%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.9 min
Drive Alone91.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Norwich is $117,000, 58% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $900 (23% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $268,042.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$117,000
58% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$268,042

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$900
23% below US avg
Rent Burden37.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$816
1 Bedroom$873
2 Bedrooms$1,092
3 Bedrooms$1,388
4 Bedrooms$1,550

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied90.2%
Housing Units48
Median Year Built1940

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,165
19% above US avg
Effective Rate3.56%
In Norwich, 35.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 5.7% of residents lack health insurance. 12.7% are current smokers. 25.1% report depression. 20.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.7%
11% above US avg
Diabetes9.1%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure29.2%
Asthma9.6%
COPD5.6%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.7%
9% below US avg
Binge Drinking16.6%
Physical Inactivity20.3%
Depression25.1%
Mental Distress16.5%
Physical Distress10.6%
Short Sleep36.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured5.7%
34% below US avg
Checkup Rate71.8%
Dental Visits54.9%
Premature Death10,314/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access67.3%
Healthcare Facilities199
Norwich has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.6 inches. The area enjoys 302 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average53.0°F
2% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days302 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.6 inches
2% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation968 ft (295 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.2 km²)
Population Density1,113/sq mi
Coordinates39.9846°N, 81.7922°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS39119
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 21.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (36% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.9-point margin. 41.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.6%
D 27.7%

Winner: Republican by 43.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.4%
36% below US avg
High School+90.0%
Graduate Degree+6.2%
School Test Score5.90
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density1,113/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access41.0%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities199
Restaurants190
Retail Stores287

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.9 min
Drive Alone91.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.3%

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