Norwalk, Ohio Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Norwalk, Ohio had a total population of 17,095, the 113th largest city in Ohio, with a median household income of $60,844, which is 15% lower than the state average. The poverty rate is 16.3%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Norwalk Quick Facts
How Norwalk 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 | 17,054 | 17,095 | +0.2% |
| Median household income | $58,940 | $60,844 | +3.2% |
| Median home value | $156,000 | $163,300 | +4.7% |
How Norwalk 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: 41 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Norwalk Rankings in Ohio
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Other Cities in Huron County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Willard | 6,164 | $53,542 | 18.5% | $115,700 |
| New London | 2,675 | $50,114 | 15.3% | $114,200 |
| Monroeville | 1,641 | $64,563 | 7.2% | $136,100 |
| Greenwich | 1,366 | $67,734 | 18.5% | $121,600 |
| Wakeman | 1,101 | $72,396 | 7.9% | $196,300 |
| Holiday Lakes | 924 | $125,952 | 0.0% | $250,000 |
| North Fairfield | 569 | $74,000 | 18.1% | $104,400 |
| Collins | 430 | $51,400 | 0.0% | $191,200 |
| New Haven (Huron County) | 382 | $68,462 | 34.0% | $74,500 |
| Celeryville | 262 | $99,904 | 5.3% | $134,600 |
Cities Similar to Norwalk
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Defiance | 17,276 | $61,439 | $139,900 | 21.1% | 14.8% |
| Eastlake | 17,493 | $62,072 | $172,100 | 21.7% | 8.4% |
| New Philadelphia | 17,520 | $58,547 | $169,500 | 24.4% | 15.9% |
| Mount Vernon | 17,052 | $53,845 | $174,000 | 23.5% | 21.9% |
| Tiffin | 17,818 | $56,198 | $142,200 | 27.4% | 14.8% |
Population Overview
Norwalk is a small city located in Ohio, within Huron County. The total population is 17,095. It ranks as the 113th most populous out of 1,264 Census-designated places in Ohio.
Age Demographics
The median age in Norwalk is 39.5 years. This is about the same as the state median of 39.7 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Norwalk is $60,844. This is 15% lower than the state median of $71,389. It is also 25% lower than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 16.3%. This is 23% higher than the state poverty rate of 13.3%. The unemployment rate is 5.4%. This is 13% higher than the state rate of 4.8%. The median home value is $163,300. Housing costs are 24% lower than the state median of $214,800. With a home-value-to-income ratio of just 2.7x, Norwalk is one of the most affordable housing markets in the area. 65.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 3% lower than the state average of 67.2%.
Race & Ethnicity
Norwalk has a predominantly White (non-Hispanic) population, comprising 85.1% of all residents. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 8.8%. The Black or African American population (1.2%) is well below the state average of 12.0%. The Hispanic or Latino population is significantly higher than the state average (8.8% vs 4.8%).
Education
19.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 38% lower than the state rate of 31.5%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 92.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Norwalk, Ohio 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 Ohio state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 1,264 Census-designated places in Ohio. 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 Norwalk, Ohio?
Norwalk, Ohio has a population of 17,095 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Norwalk, OH?
The median household income in Norwalk is $60,844, which is 25% lower than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Norwalk, OH?
The poverty rate in Norwalk is 16.3%. This means approximately 2,746 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Norwalk, Ohio?
Norwalk's population is 85.1% White, 1.2% Black, 8.8% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Norwalk, OH?
The median home value in Norwalk is $163,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 2.7x.
How educated is Norwalk, Ohio?
19.4% of adults (25+) in Norwalk hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 8.4% hold a graduate or professional degree.