Median Income
$62,500
17% lower than US avg
Home Value
$100,600
64% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
24.9%
26% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$814
30% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
42.3%
32% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.3%
36% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
4.7%
62% lower than US avg
How Norwood Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,304
Median Age50.2 yrs
Density621/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans10.1%
Economy
A
Median Income$62,500
Per Capita$34,341
Unemployment2.3%
Poverty4.7%
County GDP$2,709M
Commute28 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$100,600
Rent$814
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$131,958
Rent Burden31.4%
Health
Obesity42.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.9%
Heart Disease5.7%
Climate
Avg Temp44°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain42.0 in/yr
Elevation320 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+24.9%
High School+91.1%
School Score5.39
Community
2024 VoteR 55% / D 45%
Commute28 min
Broadband86.6%
Libraries5
Is Norwood a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Norwood receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. 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 $62,500, 17% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. Only 4.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Norwood is $100,600, 64% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $814 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x 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%. 91.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.4/10.
Climate & Weather
Norwood has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
Norwood has a population of 1,304 with a density of 621 people per square mile. The median age is 50.2 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.8%), with 1.2% Black.
Population
50.2yrs
Median Age
29% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 97.4% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Spanish | 2.6% |
| 81% below US avg |
The median household income in Norwood is $62,500, which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $62,500 |
| 17% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $34,341 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,316 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $61,766 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.3% |
| 36% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 4.7% |
| 62% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 1,108 |
| County GDP | $2,709M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 113 |
| Healthcare | 154 |
| Retail | 157 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $8,069 |
| 131% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 8.02% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 27.7 min |
| Drive Alone | 82.4% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 3.3% |
The median home value in Norwood is $100,600, 64% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $814 (30% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $131,958.
Home Values
| Census Median | $100,600 |
| 64% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $131,958 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $814 |
| 30% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 31.4% |
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
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $8,069 |
| 131% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 8.02% |
In Norwood, 42.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.9% report depression. 26.6% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Norwood vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 42.3% |
| 32% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.8% |
| Heart Disease | 5.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 32.5% |
| Asthma | 12.0% |
| COPD | 7.3% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 20.4% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.6% |
| Depression | 24.9% |
| Mental Distress | 19.3% |
| Physical Distress | 13.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 99.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 79.6% |
| Premature Death | 7,951/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.5/10 |
| Exercise Access | 57.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 154 |
Crime Rates: Norwood vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 7 |
Safety Score
Norwood has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 69°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.
Temperature
16°F Jan (-9°C)
69°F Jul (21°C)
| Annual Average | 44.0°F |
| 19% below US avg |
| January Average | 16°F (-9°C) |
| July Average | 69°F (21°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 42.0 inches |
| 11% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 36.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 320 ft (98 m) |
| Area | 2.1 sq mi (5.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 621/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 44.7483°N, 74.9967°W |
| County FIPS | 36033 |