Norwood, Illinois Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Norwood, Illinois had a total population of 532, the 914th largest village in Illinois, with a median household income of $69,583, which is 17% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 13.7%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Only 5.6% of adults have a bachelor's degree, well below the national average of 35.7%.
- Housing is very affordable with a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.4x.
Norwood Quick Facts
How Norwood Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 501 | 532 | +6.2% |
| Median household income | $68,750 | $69,583 | +1.2% |
| Median home value | $93,500 | $97,000 | +3.7% |
How Norwood Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 61 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Norwood Rankings in Illinois
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Other Cities in Peoria County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Peoria | 112,169 | $59,410 | 21.0% | $156,200 |
| Pekin | 31,781 | $60,790 | 12.8% | $120,700 |
| Chillicothe | 5,900 | $66,132 | 3.7% | $132,900 |
| Bartonville | 5,841 | $72,821 | 7.1% | $139,100 |
| Peoria Heights | 5,825 | $60,099 | 8.2% | $117,700 |
| West Peoria | 4,238 | $66,098 | 8.4% | $93,900 |
| Elmwood | 2,327 | $90,285 | 10.1% | $153,500 |
| Bellevue | 2,106 | $60,987 | 11.6% | $121,300 |
| Farmington | 2,050 | $65,223 | 11.0% | $101,300 |
| Rome | 1,947 | $88,750 | 6.5% | $159,800 |
Cities Similar to Norwood
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bluffs | 531 | $69,250 | $73,600 | 18.0% | 4.7% |
| Hoyleton | 523 | $71,094 | $100,000 | 21.1% | 15.1% |
| Como | 535 | $63,750 | $175,700 | 10.3% | 20.6% |
| Dawson | 536 | $76,339 | $91,000 | 10.4% | 6.6% |
| Creston | 550 | $66,667 | $167,400 | 31.1% | 9.1% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 532, Norwood's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Norwood is a small community located in Illinois, within Peoria County. The total population is 532. It ranks as the 914th most populous out of 1,445 Census-designated places in Illinois.
Age Demographics
The median age in Norwood is 38.7 years. This is about the same as the state median of 39.0 years. With 31.6% of the population under 18, Norwood has a notably young demographic profile, suggesting a family-oriented community.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Norwood is $69,583. This is 17% lower than the state median of $83,390. It is also 14% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 13.7%. This is 16% higher than the state poverty rate of 11.8%. The unemployment rate is 5.3%. This is 9% lower than the state rate of 5.8%. The median home value is $97,000. Housing costs are 63% lower than the state median of $263,300. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 1.4x, Norwood is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 91.4% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 36% higher than the state average of 67.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Norwood is White (non-Hispanic), making up 76.7% of the population. Asian residents account for 0.6%. The Asian population (0.6%) is well below the state average of 5.9%.
Education
5.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 85% lower than the state rate of 37.9%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 90.6%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Norwood, Illinois is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Illinois state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 1,445 Census-designated places in Illinois. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Norwood, Illinois?
Norwood, Illinois has a population of 532 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Norwood, IL?
The median household income in Norwood is $69,583, which is 14% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Norwood, IL?
The poverty rate in Norwood is 13.7%. This means approximately 73 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Norwood, Illinois?
Norwood's population is 76.7% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.6% Asian.
What is the median home value in Norwood, IL?
The median home value in Norwood is $97,000. The home-value-to-income ratio is 1.4x.
How educated is Norwood, Illinois?
5.6% of adults (25+) in Norwood hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.