What are the schools like in Norridgewock, ME?

Norridgewock is served primarily by RSU 54/MSAD 54. The district operates 5 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 10.3:1.

What is the median household income in Norridgewock?

The median household income in Norridgewock, ME is $41,944 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 0.0%.

What is the weather like in Norridgewock, ME?

Norridgewock has an average high temperature of 26.9°F in January and 78.9°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 41.7 inches and annual snowfall averages 74.0 inches.

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

Q: Is Norridgewock, ME affordable or expensive?

Norridgewock's cost of living index is 96, where 100 represents the national average. This means Norridgewock is 4% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $178,800 and the median rent is $980 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Norridgewock, ME?

Norridgewock has a violent crime rate of 83.2 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 1634.2 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Norridgewock, ME a Good Place to Live?

Norridgewock is a small town of 1,099 in Maine, with a median household income of $41,944 . Its cost of living index is 96 (US average = 100), which is 4% below the national average.

Strengths: Norridgewock stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, solid school ratings (A-), short average commutes.

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

All Norridgewock 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: 95.7

Norridgewock's overall cost of living index is 95.7, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Norridgewock costs roughly 4% less than the average American city.

Metric	Norridgewock, ME	National Avg
Median Home Value	$178,800	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$980	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	77.6%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$41,944	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Norridgewock's violent crime rate is 83.2 per 100,000 residents — 78% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

83.2 /100k

Property Crime

1634.2 /100k

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

Schools & Education

Norridgewock is served primarily by RSU 54/MSAD 54. The student-to-teacher ratio is 10.3:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Norridgewock, ME	National Avg
School District	RSU 54/MSAD 54	—
Elementary Schools	5	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	10.3:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	29.7%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	85.8%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Norridgewock sees average highs of 26.9°F in January and 78.9°F in July, with 41.7 inches of annual precipitation and 74.0 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Norridgewock, ME
Average High — January	26.9°F
Average High — July	78.9°F
Annual Precipitation	41.7"
Annual Snowfall	74.0"

Demographics

Metric	Norridgewock, ME	National Avg
Population	1,099	—
Median Age	51.8	38.9
Unemployment Rate	0.0%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	25.6 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	96.4%	59.3%
Black or African American	3.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	12.6%	22.2%
65 and over	30.8%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

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ZIP Codes in Norridgewock

Norridgewock, ME is covered by 1 ZIP code:

04957

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Norridgewock, ME affordable or expensive?

Norridgewock's cost of living index is 96, where 100 is the national average. That makes Norridgewock roughly 4% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $178,800 and median rent is $980/month.

What is the crime rate in Norridgewock, ME?

Norridgewock's violent crime rate is 83.2 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 1634.2 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Norridgewock?

Public schools in Norridgewock are operated by RSU 54/MSAD 54. The district has 5 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 10.3:1. 29.7% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Norridgewock, ME a good place to live?

Norridgewock, ME has a population of 1,099, a median household income of $41,944, and an unemployment rate of 0.0%. 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 Norridgewock?

Norridgewock averages 26.9°F in January and 78.9°F in July. Annual rainfall is 41.7 inches with about 74.0 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Norridgewock?

Norridgewock, ME is covered by 1 ZIP code: 04957.

What is the population of Norridgewock?

The population of Norridgewock, Maine is 1,099 with a median age of 51.8. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Norridgewock?

Key numbers for living in Norridgewock: cost of living index 96 (100 = US average), median home $178,800, median household income $41,944, crime index 44 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated A-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Norridgewock side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.