Norwood, Massachusetts Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Norwood, Massachusetts is 31,380 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 47th-largest city in Massachusetts. The median household income is $97,110, the median home value is $613,500, and the median age is 39.4.
31,380
Population
3023
People / sq mi
$97,110
Median Income
$613,500
Median Home Value
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Norwood covers 10.4 sq mi of land at 3023 people per square mile.
About Norwood, MA
Housing cost is the defining feature of Norwood: the median home is valued at $613,500. With 31,380 residents, Norwood is a city in Massachusetts. It ranks #47 among cities in Massachusetts by population.
Median household income is $97,110, above the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 6.6%, below the national 12.4%. A typical home is worth $613,500, with typical rent around $2,056.
College attainment is above the local norm at 53.1%, above the national 35.0%. Remote work is close to the national 14.0% at 14.6%, and the average commute runs about 31 minutes each way.
High housing values reframe the income picture in Norwood — even solid earnings stretch less against home prices and rents at this level.
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 73.0% |
| Black or African American | 7.0% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.3% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$97,110
Median Household Income
$59,668
Per Capita Income
6.6%
Poverty Rate
2.5%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$613,500
Median Home Value
$2,056
Median Rent
51.8%
Owner-Occupied
Education
93.2%
High School+
53.1%
Bachelor's+
Commute
9.6%
Drive Alone
63.3%
Public Transit
14.6%
Work From Home
31.2 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
13.8%
Foreign Born
73.3%
Non-English at Home
4.4%
Veterans
10.7%
With Disability
97.9%
Health Insurance
96.1%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 29.5% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 15.1% |
| Information | 9.8% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 8.3% |
| Construction | 6.7% |
| Manufacturing | 5.8% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.2% |
| Public Administration | 3.7% |
| Retail Trade | 3.4% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.6% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Norwood, Massachusetts has a population of 31,380 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 47th-largest city in Massachusetts.
The median household income in Norwood, Massachusetts is $97,110, with 6.6% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Norwood, Massachusetts is $613,500, with median monthly rent at $2,056 and a homeownership rate of 51.8%.
The median age in Norwood, Massachusetts is 39.4 years. The population is 48.8% male and 51.2% female.
Norwood Cdp, MA Climate
Norwood Cdp, MA has an average annual temperature of 9.6°C (49°F) and receives about 1174 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
9.6°C
Avg Temp
1174
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | -3° / 26° | 103 mm |
| February | -2° / 28° | 90 mm |
| March | 2° / 36° | 106 mm |
| April | 8° / 46° | 99 mm |
| May | 14° / 57° | 90 mm |
| June | 19° / 66° | 89 mm |
| July | 22° / 72° | 88 mm |
| August | 22° / 71° | 99 mm |
| September | 17° / 63° | 93 mm |
| October | 11° / 52° | 99 mm |
| November | 6° / 43° | 112 mm |
| December | 0° / 32° | 106 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Norwood Cdp, MA
The most comfortable months to visit Norwood Cdp, MA are typically July, August and June, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 28°C high). The coldest is January (near -8°C low). November is usually the wettest month.
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.