Norton, Ohio Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Norton, Ohio is 11,576 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 163rd-largest city in Ohio. The median household income is $87,060, the median home value is $181,900, and the median age is 45.7.
The population has declined 5.6% since 2010 (12,102 → 11,423).
11,576
Population
573
People / sq mi
$87,060
Median Income
$181,900
Median Home Value
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Norton covers 20.2 sq mi of land at 573 people per square mile.
About Norton, OH
What distinguishes Norton is density: among the most sparsely settled of US cities, around 573 people per square mile. With 11,576 residents, Norton is a city in Ohio.
Median household income is $87,060, above the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate, 2.6%, is on the lower side for US cities and below the national 12.4%. Property is affordable here, the median home worth $181,900, with typical rent around $1,108.
Roughly 27.1% of adults have a bachelor’s, below the national 35.0%. Remote work is below the national 14.0% at 13.1%, and the average commute runs about 23 minutes each way.
Norton city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Norton city had a population of 12,102 in 2010 and 11,423 in 2024, a -5.6% growth over 14 years. The peak was 12,102 in 2010. Average annual growth rate: -0.41%.
11,423
Population (2024)
12,102
Population (2010)
12,102
Peak (2010)
-0.41%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 12,102 |
| 2011 | 12,084 |
| 2012 | 12,051 |
| 2013 | 12,081 |
| 2014 | 12,078 |
| 2015 | 12,066 |
| 2016 | 12,048 |
| 2017 | 12,032 |
| 2018 | 12,004 |
| 2019 | 11,966 |
| 2020 | 11,652 |
| 2021 | 11,597 |
| 2022 | 11,528 |
| 2023 | 11,423 |
| 2024 | 11,423 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 91.2% |
| Black or African American | 1.6% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.5% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$87,060
Median Household Income
$42,670
Per Capita Income
2.6%
Poverty Rate
2.0%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$181,900
Median Home Value
$1,108
Median Rent
86.3%
Owner-Occupied
Education
93.7%
High School+
27.1%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.1%
Drive Alone
81.3%
Public Transit
13.1%
Work From Home
22.8 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
12.4%
Foreign Born
96.3%
Non-English at Home
5.8%
Veterans
13.5%
With Disability
95.7%
Health Insurance
95.2%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 26.3% |
| Manufacturing | 15.8% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 8.3% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 7.9% |
| Construction | 7.7% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 7.5% |
| Information | 5.0% |
| Retail Trade | 3.0% |
| Public Administration | 2.5% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.8% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.4% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Norton, Ohio has a population of 11,576 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 163rd-largest city in Ohio.
The median household income in Norton, Ohio is $87,060, with 2.6% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Norton, Ohio is $181,900, with median monthly rent at $1,108 and a homeownership rate of 86.3%.
The median age in Norton, Ohio is 45.7 years. The population is 48.6% male and 51.4% female.
The population has declined 5.6% since 2010 (12,102 → 11,423).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.