Norwood, PA

Pennsylvania · Metropolitan Area

Norwood is a small city in Pennsylvania with a population of 5,915. Residents earn $89,135 per year, which is 19% above the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
5,915 Population 7,583/sq mi density
$89,135 Median Income $38,232 per capita
$227,500 Home Value $279,605 Zillow
$1,247 Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
119 Violent Crime/100K 932 property/100K
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$89,135 median income, 5.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$227,500 home value, $1,247/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
119 violent crimes/100K (69% below avg)
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $89,135
19% higher than US avg
Home Value $227,500
19% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 119/100K
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.2%
22% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,247
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.4%
50% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.7%
70% lower than US avg

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

People

Population5,915
Median Age40.8 yrs
Density7,583/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 91%

Economy

A
Median Income$89,135
Per Capita$38,232
Unemployment5.4%
Poverty3.7%
County GDP$42,608M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$227,500
Rent$1,247
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$279,605

Crime

F
Violent119/100K
Property932/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault102/100K
Burglary85/100K

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain44.1 in/yr
Elevation65 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.2%
High School+93.6%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 38% / D 61%
Commute28 min
Libraries28

Is Norwood a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Norwood receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include 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 $89,135, 19% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The unemployment rate of 5.4% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 3.7% 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 $227,500, 19% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,247 per month. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Norwood is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 119 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 932 per 100,000, 52% below the national average.

Education

26.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Norwood enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.1 inches, including 23.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Norwood has a population of 5,915 with a density of 7,583 people per square mile. The median age is 40.8 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91%).

Population

5,915
Total Population
7,583
People / sq mi
40.8yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.7%
Female 52.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Norwood vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.0%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.0%
48% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Norwood vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Norwood is $89,135, which is 19% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Norwood vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$89,135
19% above US avg
Per Capita Income$38,232
Avg Weekly Wage$1,407
IRS Avg AGI$113,369

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.4%
50% above US avg
Poverty Rate3.7%
70% below US avg
Establishments (County)14,424
County GDP$42,608M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,170
Healthcare1,893
Retail1,549
Manufacturing312

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$10,088
188% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.43%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.7 min
Work from Home7.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Norwood is $227,500, 19% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,247 (7% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $279,605.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$227,500
19% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$279,605

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,247
7% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$900
1 Bedroom$996
2 Bedrooms$1,225
3 Bedrooms$1,570
4 Bedrooms$1,744

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied73.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$10,088
188% above US avg
Effective Rate4.43%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.7%
Premature Death7,708/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access97.4%
Healthcare Facilities1,893
Norwood has a violent crime rate of 119 per 100,000 residents, 69% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 932 per 100,000 (52% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent118.6/100K
69% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery16.9/100K
Assault101.6/100K

Property Crime

Total Property931.7/100K
52% below US avg
Burglary84.7/100K
Theft813.2/100K
Vehicle Theft33.9/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)24

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Norwood has an average annual temperature of 56°F (14°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average56.3°F
4% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.1 inches
16% above US avg
Snowfall23.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation65 ft (20 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density7,583/sq mi
Coordinates39.8860°N, 75.2958°W
County FIPS42045
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 26.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (22% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 23.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 37.6%
D 61.4%

Winner: Democrat by 23.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.2%
22% below US avg
High School+93.6%
School Test Score5.95
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density7,583/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries28
Healthcare Facilities1,893
Restaurants1,170
Retail Stores1,549

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)24
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.7 min
Work from Home7.8%

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