Norwood Young America, MN

Minnesota · Metropolitan Area

Norwood Young America is a small town in Minnesota with a population of 3,866. Residents earn $67,857 per year, which is 10% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
3,866 Population 1,572/sq mi density
$67,857 Median Income $32,552 per capita
$289,400 Home Value $336,814 Zillow
$1,032 Median Rent
44°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$67,857 median income, 2.5% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.3 / 5.0
$289,400 home value, $1,032/mo rent
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
26.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $67,857
10% lower than US avg
Home Value $289,400
3% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 26.1%
23% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,032
11% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.7%
8% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.5%
31% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.4%
40% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,866
Median Age38.5 yrs
Density1,572/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 89%

Economy

A
Median Income$67,857
Per Capita$32,552
Unemployment2.5%
Poverty7.4%
County GDP$7,614M
Commute32 min

Housing

A
Home Value$289,400
Rent$1,032
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$336,814

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.7%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp44°F
AQI36 (Good)
Rain34.1 in/yr

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.1%
High School+97.1%
School Score6.08

Community

2024 VoteR 52% / D 46%
Commute32 min
Libraries7

Is Norwood Young America a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Norwood Young America receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Norwood Young America offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Norwood Young America is $67,857, 10% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.5%. Only 7.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Norwood Young America is $289,400, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $1,032 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 4.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

26.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing, reflecting strong academic performance.

Climate & Weather

Norwood Young America has a cool climate with an average annual temperature of 44°F. Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 34.1 inches, including 51.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Norwood Young America has a population of 3,866 with a density of 1,572 people per square mile. The median age is 38.5 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.4%), with 1.5% Hispanic.

Population

3,866
Total Population
1,572
People / sq mi
38.5yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
2.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47%
Female 53%

Race & Ethnicity

Norwood Young America vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.9%
20% above US avg
Spanish6.1%
54% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Norwood Young America vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Norwood Young America is $67,857, which is 10% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Norwood Young America vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$67,857
10% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,552
Avg Weekly Wage$1,297
IRS Avg AGI$131,468

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.5%
31% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.4%
40% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,874
County GDP$7,614M

Business (County)

Restaurants188
Healthcare268
Retail232
Manufacturing153

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$6,648
90% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.30%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.6 min
Work from Home9.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Norwood Young America is $289,400, 3% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,032 (11% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $336,814.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$289,400
3% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$336,814
Median List Price$367,400

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$367,400
$/Sq Ft$155
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory8

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,032
11% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$809
1 Bedroom$899
2 Bedrooms$1,125
3 Bedrooms$1,483
4 Bedrooms$1,698

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied75.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$6,648
90% above US avg
Effective Rate2.30%
In Norwood Young America, 34.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.7% report depression. 22.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.7%
8% above US avg
Diabetes8.3%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure26.0%
Asthma10.2%
COPD5.0%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.5%
Physical Inactivity22.7%
Depression25.7%
Mental Distress16.7%
Physical Distress11.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.9%
Checkup Rate72.4%
Premature Death3,990/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.8/10
Exercise Access96.8%
Healthcare Facilities268

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Norwood Young America has an average annual temperature of 44°F (7°C). Winters average 13°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 36.

Temperature

13°F Jan (-10°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average44.1°F
18% below US avg
January Average13°F (-10°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.1 inches
10% below US avg
Snowfall51.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median36.0
RatingGood

Geography

Area2.5 sq mi (6.4 km²)
Population Density1,572/sq mi
Coordinates44.7721°N, 93.9173°W
County FIPS27019
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 26.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (23% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 5.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 51.7%
D 46.3%

Winner: Republican by 5.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.1%
23% below US avg
High School+97.1%
School Test Score6.08
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,572/sq mi
Total Area2.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities268
Restaurants188
Retail Stores232

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.6 min
Work from Home9.5%

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