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Norwood, MI

Michigan

Norwood is a small town in Michigan with a population of 123. Residents earn $72,500 per year, which is 4% below the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
123 Population 61/sq mi density
$72,500 Median Income $38,837 per capita
$266,100 Home Value
46°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$72,500 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$266,100 home value
A+
Education
4.7 / 5.0
46.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $72,500
4% lower than US avg
Home Value $266,100
6% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 46.3%
37% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.9%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.7%
38% lower than US avg

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

People

Population123
Median Age51.6 yrs
Density61/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans98.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$72,500
Per Capita$38,837
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty7.7%
County GDP$855M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$266,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units121
Rent Burden24.5%

Health

Obesity34.9%
Uninsured5.6%
Smoking13.0%
Depression28.4%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp46°F (8°C)
AQI38 (Good)
Rain33.7 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation620 ft (189 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+46.3%
High School+96.8%
Graduate+10.2%
School Score5.23

Community

2024 VoteR 61% / D 38%
Commute27 min
Broadband54.0%
Libraries5

Is Norwood a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Norwood receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Norwood stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Norwood is $72,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Norwood is $266,100, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. A price-to-income ratio of 3.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 46.3% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.2/10.

Climate & Weather

Norwood experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 46°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 33.7 inches, including 100.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Norwood has a population of 123 with a density of 61 people per square mile. The median age is 51.6 years, 33% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.1%), with 1.6% Black.

Population

123
Total Population
61
People / sq mi
51.6yrs
Median Age
33% above US avg
2.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.1%
Female 56.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Norwood vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.6%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.4%
45% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Norwood vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Norwood is $72,500, which is 4% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Norwood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$72,500
4% below US avg
Per Capita Income$38,837
Avg Weekly Wage$826
IRS Avg AGI$79,571

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.7%
38% below US avg
Establishments (County)599
County GDP$855M

Business (County)

Restaurants60
Healthcare51
Retail98
Manufacturing41

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$8,941
155% above US avg
Cost of Living96.20 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.36%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.5 min
Drive Alone79.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home16.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Norwood is $266,100, 6% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$266,100
6% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden24.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$807
1 Bedroom$891
2 Bedrooms$1,113
3 Bedrooms$1,419
4 Bedrooms$1,588

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied94.4%
Housing Units121
Median Year Built1973

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$8,941
155% above US avg
Effective Rate3.36%
In Norwood, 34.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 5.6% of residents lack health insurance. 13.0% are current smokers. 28.4% report depression. 19.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.9%
9% above US avg
Diabetes8.4%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure29.2%
Asthma12.0%
COPD6.1%
Cancer7.9%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking13.0%
7% below US avg
Binge Drinking18.6%
Physical Inactivity19.6%
Depression28.4%
Mental Distress18.5%
Physical Distress12.0%
Short Sleep33.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.2%
Uninsured5.6%
35% below US avg
Checkup Rate78.4%
Dental Visits74.0%
Premature Death7,259/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access74.1%
Healthcare Facilities51
Norwood has an average annual temperature of 46°F (8°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.7 inches. The area enjoys 270 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 38.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 69°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average45.6°F
16% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average69°F (20°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.7 inches
11% below US avg
Snowfall100.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median38.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation620 ft (189 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.3 km²)
Population Density61/sq mi
Coordinates45.2319°N, 85.3810°W
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
County FIPS26009
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 46.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (37% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 23.8-point margin. 54.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 61.3%
D 37.5%

Winner: Republican by 23.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+46.3%
37% above US avg
High School+96.8%
Graduate Degree+10.2%
School Test Score5.23
A+ Education Grade (4.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density61/sq mi
Total Area2.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access54.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities51
Restaurants60
Retail Stores98

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.5 min
Drive Alone79.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home16.2%

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