What are the schools like in Norfolk, CT?

Norfolk is served primarily by Norfolk School District. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and several high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 12.2:1.

What is the median household income in Norfolk?

The median household income in Norfolk, CT is $69,750 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 2.2%.

What is the weather like in Norfolk, CT?

Norfolk has an average high temperature of 29.8°F in January and 78.4°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 52.9 inches and annual snowfall averages 74.9 inches.

Norfolk, CT Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Norfolk, CT affordable or expensive?

Norfolk's cost of living index is 98, where 100 represents the national average. This means Norfolk is 2% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $305,200 and the median rent is $1,093 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Norfolk, CT?

Norfolk has a violent crime rate of 22.2 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 454.2 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Norfolk, CT a Good Place to Live?

Norfolk is a small town of 652 in Connecticut, with a median household income of $69,750 and a 2.2% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 98 (US average = 100), which is 2% below the national average.

Strengths: Norfolk stands out for solid school ratings (A+), a well-educated population, short average commutes.

Trade-offs: No major red flags stand out in the available data. Whether Norfolk is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Norfolk city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 97.8

Norfolk's overall cost of living index is 97.8, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Norfolk costs roughly 2% less than the average American city.

Metric	Norfolk, CT	National Avg
Median Home Value	$305,200	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$1,093	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	60.8%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$69,750	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Norfolk's violent crime rate is 22.2 per 100,000 residents — 94% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

22.2 /100k

Property Crime

454.2 /100k

Vertical marker = national average. Source: FBI UCR Program.

Schools & Education

Norfolk is served primarily by Norfolk School District. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.2:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Norfolk, CT	National Avg
School District	Norfolk School District	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	N/A	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	12.2:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	46.5%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	97.7%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Norfolk sees average highs of 29.8°F in January and 78.4°F in July, with 52.9 inches of annual precipitation and 74.9 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Norfolk, CT
Average High — January	29.8°F
Average High — July	78.4°F
Annual Precipitation	52.9"
Annual Snowfall	74.9"

Demographics

Metric	Norfolk, CT	National Avg
Population	652	—
Median Age	47.0	38.9
Unemployment Rate	2.2%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	24.1 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	85.6%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	12.4%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	14.0%	22.2%
65 and over	27.0%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Canaan, CT 8 mi Winsted, CT 8 mi Falls Village, CT 9 mi Riverton, CT 9 mi Torrington, CT 11 mi

ZIP Codes in Norfolk

Norfolk, CT is covered by 1 ZIP code:

06058

Norfolk vs Other Cities

Norfolk, CT vs Canaan, CT Norfolk, CT vs Winsted, CT Norfolk, CT vs Falls Village, CT Norfolk, CT vs Riverton, CT Norfolk, CT vs Torrington, CT

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Norfolk, CT affordable or expensive?

Norfolk's cost of living index is 98, where 100 is the national average. That makes Norfolk roughly 2% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $305,200 and median rent is $1,093/month.

What is the crime rate in Norfolk, CT?

Norfolk's violent crime rate is 22.2 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 454.2 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Norfolk?

Public schools in Norfolk are operated by Norfolk School District. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and several high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.2:1. 46.5% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Norfolk, CT a good place to live?

Norfolk, CT has a population of 652, a median household income of $69,750, and an unemployment rate of 2.2%. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Norfolk?

Norfolk averages 29.8°F in January and 78.4°F in July. Annual rainfall is 52.9 inches with about 74.9 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Norfolk?

Norfolk, CT is covered by 1 ZIP code: 06058.

What is the population of Norfolk?

The population of Norfolk, Connecticut is 652 with a median age of 47.0. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Norfolk?

Key numbers for living in Norfolk: cost of living index 98 (100 = US average), median home $305,200, median household income $69,750, crime index 12 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated A+. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Norfolk side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.