Norwood, Kentucky Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Norwood, Kentucky had a total population of 424, the 376th largest city in Kentucky, with a median household income of $111,458, which is 75% higher than the state average. The poverty rate is 5.2%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Key Takeaways
- Household income is 75% above the state average — one of the wealthiest communities in Kentucky.
- 67.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — top 10% in Kentucky.
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 | 395 | 424 | +7.3% |
| Median household income | $106,667 | $111,458 | +4.5% |
| Median home value | $347,400 | $369,100 | +6.2% |
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: 33 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Norwood Rankings in Kentucky
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Other Cities in Jefferson County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Louisville/Jefferson County metro government | 631,818 | $66,849 | 15.8% | $233,900 |
| Jeffersontown | 29,199 | $81,506 | 6.5% | $250,700 |
| St. Matthews | 17,577 | $82,412 | 7.2% | $338,000 |
| Shively | 15,638 | $50,221 | 14.7% | $154,700 |
| Lyndon | 11,030 | $65,679 | 9.2% | $276,800 |
| Middletown | 9,763 | $82,537 | 9.1% | $336,000 |
| Douglass Hills | 5,474 | $78,482 | 6.4% | $346,300 |
| Hurstbourne | 4,702 | $116,094 | 5.5% | $542,600 |
| Prospect | 4,542 | $163,462 | 2.4% | $538,400 |
| Indian Hills | 2,897 | $192,000 | 2.5% | $699,200 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Virgie | 424 | N/A | $209,200 | 7.0% | 38.9% |
| Maceo | 418 | N/A | $145,500 | 0.0% | 2.1% |
| Stanley | 448 | N/A | $518,600 | 0.0% | 3.4% |
| Westwood | 432 | $101,875 | $337,800 | 64.7% | 9.0% |
| Sandy Hook | 456 | N/A | $132,100 | 11.4% | 45.1% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 424, 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 Kentucky, within Jefferson County. The total population is 424. It ranks as the 376th most populous out of 552 Census-designated places in Kentucky.
Age Demographics
The median age in Norwood is 39.0 years. This is about the same as the state median of 39.1 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Norwood is $111,458. This is 75% higher than the state median of $63,726. It is also 38% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 5.2%. This is 68% lower than the state poverty rate of 16.1%. The unemployment rate is 2.7%. This is 44% lower than the state rate of 4.9%. The median home value is $369,100. Housing costs are 80% higher than the state median of $205,600. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.3x. 81.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 20% higher than the state average of 68.3%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Norwood is White (non-Hispanic), making up 79.0% of the population. Black or African American residents account for 9.2%.
Education
67.0% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This places Norwood in the top 10% of all cities in the state for educational attainment. This is 143% higher than the state rate of 27.6%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 99.7%. Notably, 33.3% of adults hold a graduate or professional degree, indicating a highly educated workforce.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Norwood, Kentucky 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 Kentucky state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 552 Census-designated places in Kentucky. 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, Kentucky?
Norwood, Kentucky has a population of 424 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Norwood, KY?
The median household income in Norwood is $111,458, which is 38% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Norwood, KY?
The poverty rate in Norwood is 5.2%. This means approximately 22 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Norwood, Kentucky?
Norwood's population is 79.0% White, 9.2% Black, 7.3% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.4% Asian.
What is the median home value in Norwood, KY?
The median home value in Norwood is $369,100. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.3x.
How educated is Norwood, Kentucky?
67.0% of adults (25+) in Norwood hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 33.3% hold a graduate or professional degree.