What are the schools like in Norway, ME?

Norway is served primarily by RSU 17/MSAD 17. The district operates 7 elementary schools, 1 middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 12.7:1.

What is the median household income in Norway?

The median household income in Norway, ME is $38,381 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 7.5%.

What is the weather like in Norway, ME?

Norway has an average high temperature of 27.6°F in January and 79.0°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.2 inches and annual snowfall averages 76.1 inches.

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

Q: Is Norway, ME affordable or expensive?

Norway's cost of living index is 92, where 100 represents the national average. This means Norway is 8% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $128,600 and the median rent is $755 per month.

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

Norway has a violent crime rate of 18.7 incidents per 100,000 residents and a property crime rate of 1904.4 per 100,000. The national average violent crime rate is approximately 380 per 100,000.

Is Norway, ME a Good Place to Live?

Norway is a small town of 2,698 in Maine, with a median household income of $38,381 and a 7.5% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 92 (US average = 100), which is 8% below the national average.

Strengths: Norway stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, lower-than-average crime, solid school ratings (B-).

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include longer commutes, an elevated unemployment rate. Whether Norway is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Norway 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: 91.9

Norway's overall cost of living index is 91.9, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Norway costs roughly 8% less than the average American city.

Metric	Norway, ME	National Avg
Median Home Value	$128,600	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$755	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	52.9%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$38,381	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Very Safe

Norway's violent crime rate is 18.7 per 100,000 residents — 95% lower than the national average of ~380 per 100,000.

Violent Crime

18.7 /100k

Property Crime

1904.4 /100k

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

Schools & Education

Norway is served primarily by RSU 17/MSAD 17. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.7:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Norway, ME	National Avg
School District	RSU 17/MSAD 17	—
Elementary Schools	7	—
Middle Schools	1	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	12.7:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	17.3%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	85.6%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Norway sees average highs of 27.6°F in January and 79.0°F in July, with 44.2 inches of annual precipitation and 76.1 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Norway, ME
Average High — January	27.6°F
Average High — July	79.0°F
Annual Precipitation	44.2"
Annual Snowfall	76.1"

Demographics

Metric	Norway, ME	National Avg
Population	2,698	—
Median Age	45.8	38.9
Unemployment Rate	7.5%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	31.5 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	87.1%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.8%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	7.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	16.2%	22.2%
65 and over	25.9%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

South Paris, ME 3 mi Oxford, ME 6 mi Mechanic Falls, ME 12 mi Bridgton, ME 13 mi Turner, ME 15 mi

ZIP Codes in Norway

Norway, ME is covered by 1 ZIP code:

04268

Norway vs Other Cities

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Norway, ME affordable or expensive?

Norway's cost of living index is 92, where 100 is the national average. That makes Norway roughly 8% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $128,600 and median rent is $755/month.

What is the crime rate in Norway, ME?

Norway's violent crime rate is 18.7 per 100,000 residents — the national average is ~380 per 100,000. Property crime is 1904.4 per 100,000 (national avg ~2,100). Data from the FBI Uniform Crime Reporting Program.

What are the schools like in Norway?

Public schools in Norway are operated by RSU 17/MSAD 17. The district has 7 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 12.7:1. 17.3% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Norway, ME a good place to live?

Norway, ME has a population of 2,698, a median household income of $38,381, and an unemployment rate of 7.5%. It offers below-average costs of living, which stretches take-home pay further than in most American cities. 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 Norway?

Norway averages 27.6°F in January and 79.0°F in July. Annual rainfall is 44.2 inches with about 76.1 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Norway?

Norway, ME is covered by 1 ZIP code: 04268.

What is the population of Norway?

The population of Norway, Maine is 2,698 with a median age of 45.8. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Norway?

Key numbers for living in Norway: cost of living index 92 (100 = US average), median home $128,600, median household income $38,381, crime index 39 (100 = US average, lower is safer), schools rated B-. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Norway side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.