Norwalk, Ohio Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Norwalk, Ohio is 17,054 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 112th-largest city in Ohio. The median household income is $58,940, the median home value is $156,000, and the median age is 39.7.
The population has grown 0.5% since 2010 (17,086 → 17,172).
17,054
Population
1924
People / sq mi
$58,940
Median Income
$156,000
Median Home Value
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Norwalk covers 8.9 sq mi of land at 1924 people per square mile.
About Norwalk, OH
Housing cost is the defining feature of Norwalk: the median home is valued at $156,000. With 17,054 residents, Norwalk is a city in Ohio.
Earnings trail the nation, with the median household making $58,940, below the US median of $78,538. Poverty runs at 10.2%, below the national 12.4%. Housing is relatively affordable, with a median home value of $156,000, with typical rent around $804.
Degree attainment is on the lower side for US cities: 20.3% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national 35.0%. Remote work is on the lower side here, at 5.6%, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 22 minutes each way.
Norwalk city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Norwalk city had a population of 17,086 in 2010 and 17,172 in 2024, a 0.5% growth over 14 years. The peak was 17,172 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 0.04%.
17,172
Population (2024)
17,086
Population (2010)
17,172
Peak (2024)
0.04%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 17,086 |
| 2011 | 17,047 |
| 2012 | 16,989 |
| 2013 | 16,879 |
| 2014 | 16,930 |
| 2015 | 16,841 |
| 2016 | 16,870 |
| 2017 | 16,882 |
| 2018 | 16,882 |
| 2019 | 16,867 |
| 2020 | 17,035 |
| 2021 | 17,003 |
| 2022 | 17,083 |
| 2023 | 17,155 |
| 2024 | 17,172 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 89.2% |
| Black or African American | 1.3% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 1.3% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$58,940
Median Household Income
$30,635
Per Capita Income
10.2%
Poverty Rate
2.5%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$156,000
Median Home Value
$804
Median Rent
64.5%
Owner-Occupied
Education
92.1%
High School+
20.3%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.0%
Drive Alone
82.6%
Public Transit
5.6%
Work From Home
22.4 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
15.1%
Foreign Born
95.8%
Non-English at Home
6.7%
Veterans
17.3%
With Disability
95.6%
Health Insurance
92.7%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 23.1% |
| Manufacturing | 21.2% |
| Construction | 9.7% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 7.3% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 6.7% |
| Retail Trade | 6.6% |
| Public Administration | 4.2% |
| Information | 3.2% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 1.7% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.2% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 1.1% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Norwalk, Ohio has a population of 17,054 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 112th-largest city in Ohio.
The median household income in Norwalk, Ohio is $58,940, with 10.2% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Norwalk, Ohio is $156,000, with median monthly rent at $804 and a homeownership rate of 64.5%.
The median age in Norwalk, Ohio is 39.7 years. The population is 48.7% male and 51.3% female.
The population has grown 0.5% since 2010 (17,086 → 17,172).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.