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Norwood, ON

Ontario · Peterborough Metro

Norwood is a small town in Ontario with a population of 1,380. Residents earn $82,573 per year, which is 10% above the national average.

Data updated June 2026

3.4 /5.0
B Good
1,380 Population 22/sq mi density
$82,573 Median Income $47,716 per capita
$461,770 Home Value
$1,012 Median Rent 27.7% income on rent
43°F Avg Temperature 270 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$82,573 median income, 5.1% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.5 / 5.0
$461,770 home value, $1,012/mo rent
C+
Safety
2.5 / 5.0
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.9% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $82,573
10% higher than US avg
Home Value $461,770
64% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 32.9%
2% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,012
13% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.5%
9% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,380
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density22/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

B+
Median Income$82,573
Per Capita$47,716
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty13.5%
Commute27 min

Housing

B+
Home Value$461,770
Rent$1,012
Ownership66.5%
Housing Units552
Rent Burden27.7%

Crime

C+
Property3,500/100K
Burglary484/100K

Climate

Avg Temp43°F (6°C)
Rain36.5 in/yr
Sunny Days270/yr
Elevation689 ft (210 m)

Education

B+
Bachelor's+32.9%
High School+87.4%
Graduate+17.0%

Community

Commute27 min

Is Norwood a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Norwood receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, above-average unemployment. Norwood offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Norwood is $82,573, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 13.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Norwood is $461,770, making it a premium housing market at 64% above the U.S. median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,012 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. The price-to-income ratio of 5.6x means housing costs are stretched relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the national average.

Education

32.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school.

Climate & Weather

Norwood has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F. Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. With 270 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 36.5 inches, including 14.3 inches of snow.

Norwood has a population of 1,380 with a density of 22 people per square mile, spread across 62.4 square miles. The median age is 41.8 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.3% female and 49.7% male. The city is predominantly White (94.3%), with 3.1% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 82% of residents, while 6.1% speak Spanish.

Population

1,380
Total Population
22
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
62.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Norwood vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 82.0%
4% above US avg
Spanish 6.1%
54% below US avg
Other Languages 11.9%

Social Characteristics

Norwood vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Norwood is $82,573, which is 10% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $47,716 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $918, 36% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area has 43 business establishments. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes. 23.8% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Norwood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$82,573
10% above US avg
Per Capita Income$47,716
Avg Weekly Wage$918

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.5%
9% above US avg
Establishments (County)43

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.6 min
Drive Alone83.6%
Public Transit1.0%
Work from Home23.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Norwood is $461,770, 64% above the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,012 (13% below the national average of $1,163). 66.5% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 552 total housing units in the city. 27.7% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.6x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$461,770
64% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,012
13% below US avg
Rent Burden27.7%

Ownership & Property

Homeownership66.5%
Owner-Occupied66.5%
Renter-Occupied33.5%
Housing Units552

Property Tax

Property crime stands at 3,500 per 100,000, 79% above the U.S. average. This includes larceny/theft at 2,503, burglary at 484, vehicle theft at 505 per 100,000 residents. Overall, Norwood receives a safety grade of C+.

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Total Property3,500.0/100K
79% above US avg
Burglary483.9/100K
Theft2,503.4/100K
Vehicle Theft504.8/100K

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Safety GradeC+
Safety Score2.5 / 5.0
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Norwood has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winters average 16°F in January while summers reach 68°F in July. The area gets 270 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 36.5 inches. The area receives 14.3 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 689 feet.

Temperature

16°F Jan (-9°C) 68°F Jul (20°C)
Annual Average43.0°F
20% below US avg
January Average16°F (-9°C)
July Average68°F (20°C)
Sunny Days270 days/yr

Geography

Elevation689 ft (210 m)
Area62.4 sq mi (161.6 km²)
Population Density22/sq mi
Coordinates44.3834°N, 77.9828°W
TimezoneAmerica/Toronto

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 36.5"
4% below US avg
Snowfall 14.3"
Wettest Month (Nov) 3.74"
Driest Month (Feb) 2.13"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

15 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.8. Most recent: M2.6 on Mar 29, 2020.

Nov 26, 1999 14 km ESE of Centennial Scarborough, Canada M3.8 110 km
Dec 25, 1998 23 km SE of Cobourg, Canada M3.6 62 km
Oct 20, 2013 34 km SSW of Petawawa, Canada M3.6 143 km
May 24, 2000 4 km ENE of Centennial Scarborough, Canada M3.1 110 km
May 8, 2018 14 km SSE of Ajax, Canada M3.0 106 km
Aug 4, 2004 30 km SSW of Cobourg, Canada M3.0 80 km
Nov 7, 2002 13 km SSW of Belleville, Canada M3.0 58 km
Jul 19, 2007 27 km S of Cobourg, Canada M3.0 76 km
Dec 21, 2009 10 km NNE of Olcott, New York M2.7 120 km
Aug 11, 2007 4 km N of Kingston, Canada M2.6 120 km
Mar 29, 2020 11 km N of Lyndonville, New York M2.6 111 km
Apr 11, 2007 6 km NNE of Sodus Point, New York M2.6 143 km
Jul 11, 2017 11 km NNW of Barker, New York M2.5 116 km
May 17, 2010 19 km WNW of Gravenhurst, Canada M2.5 144 km
Feb 13, 2014 34 km N of Lyndonville, New York M2.5 89 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 16°F (-9°C) 3.2 in Coldest
February 18°F (-8°C) 2.1 in Driest
March 28°F (-2°C) 2.4 in
April 42°F (5°C) 2.8 in
May 54°F (12°C) 3.3 in
June 63°F (17°C) 3.4 in
July 68°F (20°C) 2.8 in Warmest
August 66°F (19°C) 3.1 in
September 58°F (14°C) 3.6 in
October 47°F (8°C) 3.2 in
November 35°F (2°C) 3.7 in Wettest
December 23°F (-5°C) 2.9 in

Norwood has a seasonal temperature swing of 52°F / from 16°F in January to 68°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 36.5 inches, with November being the wettest month (3.7") and February the driest (2.1").

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32.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 2% below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school. 17.0% hold a graduate or professional degree (above the 13.1% national rate). 83.6% of workers drive alone to work.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.9%
2% below US avg
High School+87.4%
Graduate Degree+17.0%
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density22/sq mi
Total Area62.4 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.6 min
Drive Alone83.6%
Public Transit1.0%
Work from Home23.8%

Schools in Norwood

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Norwood District High School - - - -
Norwood District Public School - - - -
Havelock-Belmont Public School - - - -
St. Paul Catholic Elementary School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Norwood

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
CBC Radio One - Peterborough, ON (MP3 stream) features, news MP3 128 kbps
CJWV Oldies 96.7 FM oldies AAC+ 31 kbps

Museums in Norwood

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Lang Pioneer Village

Libraries in Norwood

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Alnwick/Haldimand Library - Roseneath Branch0.0
Asphodel–Norwood Public Library - Norwood Branch0.0
Asphodel–Norwood Public Library - Westwood Branch0.0
Brighton Public Library - Codrington Branch0.0
Douro-Dummer Public Library0.0
Havelock-Belmont-Methuen Public Library - Cordova Branch0.0
Havelock-Belmont-Methuen Public Library - Havelock Branch0.0
Otonabee South Monaghan Public Library - Gayle Nelson Keene Branch0.0
Trent Hills Public Library - Campbellford Branch0.0
Trent Hills Public Library - Hastings Branch0.0
Trent Hills Public Library - Warkworth Branch0.0

Farmers Markets in Norwood

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Busy Bees

Cafes in Norwood

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Tim Hortons

Veterinaries in Norwood

1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Highway 7 Veterinary Hospital

Gas Stations in Norwood

8 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Circle K
Esso
Esso
Havelock Gas Bar
MacEwen
Petro-Canada
Pioneer
Ultramar

Banks in Norwood

2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

RBC Royal Bank
TD Canada Trust

Ski Resorts Near Norwood

1 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
Kawartha Nordic 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Norwood

25 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
CFB TrentonYTRMedium Airport
Peterborough Regional AirportYPQMedium Airport
Bancroft Community Airport-Small Airport
Belleville Aerodrome-Small Airport
Bethany / Whitetail Valley Farm Airfield-Small Airport
Bobcaygeon / Chesher Lakehurst Airport-Small Airport
Dave Carlaw Strip-Small Airport
Douro Airfield-Small Airport
Dunsford Airport-Small Airport
Elizabethville Airstrip-Small Airport
Elmhirst's Resort Airport-Small Airport
Hampton-Small Airport
Hastings / Sweetwater Farms Airport-Small Airport
Newtonville / Steeves Field-Small Airport
Nicholson Island Private Airstrip-Small Airport
Omemee Airport-Small Airport
Orono / Hawkefield Aerodrome-Small Airport
Orono Field-Small Airport
Port Hope (Millson Field)-Small Airport
Port Hope (Peter's Field) Airport-Small Airport
Rednersville / Aery-Small Airport
Stanhope Municipal Airport-Small Airport
Stirling Airport-Small Airport
Stirling Private Aerodrome-Small Airport
Trenton/Mountain View Airport-Small Airport

Post Offices in Norwood

3 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Canada Post
Canada Post
Norwood Canada Post

Churches & Religious Organizations in Norwood

7 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Havelock Fellowship Baptist Church
Havelock United Church
Knox Presbyterian Church
Norwood United Church
Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church
St. Andrew's Presbysterian Church
St. Paul's Catholic Chuch

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UFO Sightings
1
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Frequently Asked Questions About Norwood

What is the population of Norwood?

Norwood has a population of 1,380 residents and is located in Ontario. The population density is 22 people per square mile, spread across 62.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 41.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.3% female and 49.7% male.

Is Norwood expensive to live in?

The median household income is $82,573, 10% above the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $461,770 (64% above the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,012 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.6x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

Is Norwood safe?

Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,500 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Norwood receives a safety grade of C+ based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Norwood?

Norwood has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 43°F (6°C). Winter temperatures average 16°F in January, while summers reach an average of 68°F in July. The area receives 270 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 36.5 inches, with 14.3 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Norwood?

The unemployment rate in Norwood is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $918. There are 43 business establishments in the area. The average commute time is 27 minutes, and 23.8% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Norwood?

The median home value in Norwood is $461,770. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,012. The homeownership rate is 66.5%.

How are the schools in Norwood?

32.9% of adults in Norwood hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.4% have completed high school. 17.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.

What is transportation like in Norwood?

The average commute in Norwood is 27 minutes. 83.6% of workers drive alone to work, and 23.8% work from home.

What are the demographics of Norwood?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Norwood is 94.3% White, 1% Black or African American, 3.1% Asian. 82% of residents speak only English at home, while 6.1% speak Spanish.

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Asphodel-Norwood, ON 4,658 pop · 3.5 mi Douro-Dummer, ON 7,632 pop · 7.6 mi Trent Hills, ON 13,861 pop · 9.0 mi Campbellford, ON 3,372 pop · 10.4 mi Havelock-Belmont-Methuen, ON 5,083 pop · 14.1 mi Lakefield, ON 2,753 pop · 14.4 mi Otonabee-South Monaghan, ON 7,087 pop · 15.0 mi Marmora, ON 1,499 pop · 16.3 mi Peterborough, ON 83,651 pop · 17.5 mi Selwyn, ON 18,653 pop · 17.5 mi Stirling-Rawdon, ON 5,015 pop · 19.0 mi Curve Lake First Nation 35, ON 1,244 pop · 19.8 mi Alnwick/Haldimand, ON 7,473 pop · 20.0 mi Marmora and Lake, ON 4,267 pop · 21.0 mi
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