Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 41.4 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.28 |
| Below Poverty | 6.1% ▼ 39% below avg |
| College Grads | 35.4% ▼ 9% below avg |
| Unemployment | 0.6% ▼ 88% below avg |
| HS Graduate | 1,107 (29.6%) |
| Some College | 760 (20.3%) |
| Associates | 550 (14.7%) |
| Bachelors | 577 (15.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 748 (20%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $49,700 ▼ 35% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $115,896 ▼ 58% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $796/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 2,468 |
| Vacant Units | 547 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Norton County is located in Kansas and encompasses 4 ZIP codes spanning 4 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 5,341 residents. With a median age of 41.38, it is a middle-aged county.
Norton County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $49,699 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 0.6%, well below the national average. The poverty rate of 6.1% is well below the national average.
Housing in Norton County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $115,896 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $795. Homeownership rates are high at 82.1%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Norton County are primarily White (85.72%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 35.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Norton County, KS is a working-class area in Kansas. The 4 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.