Norwalk town, Connecticut
Norwalk town profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Norwalk town is a geographic entity located in Western Connecticut Planning Region, Connecticut. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 94,508. The land area covers 22.89 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 94,508 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 40.6 yrs | ±1 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 36,011 | ±779 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 38,129 | ±753 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 36,011 | ±779 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,118 | ±419 |
| Median Home Value | $558,000 | ±$21,287 |
| Median Gross Rent | $2,073 | ±$87 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $107,616 | ±$6,938 |
| Per Capita Income | $61,397 | ±$2,493 |
| Poverty Rate | 9.1% | ±1.4% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 8,341 | ±1,315 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.2% | ±0.9% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 52,271 | ±1,311 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 92.8% | ±1% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Norwalk | 09-12 | Norwalk, CT | |
| Regular School Norwalk | PK-05 | Norwalk, CT | |
| Regular School Norwalk | 09-12 | Norwalk, CT | |
| Regular School Norwalk | KG-08 | Norwalk, CT | |
| Regular School Norwalk | PK-05 | Norwalk, CT | |
| Regular School Norwalk | PK-05 | Norwalk, CT | |
| Regular School Norwalk | PK-05 | Norwalk, CT | |
| Regular School Norwalk | PK-05 | Norwalk, CT | |
| Regular School Norwalk | KG-05 | Norwalk, CT | |
| Regular School Norwalk | PK-05 | Norwalk, CT |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 3 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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NORWALK HOSPITAL
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Hospital | City address association | 24 STEVENS STREET, NORWALK, CT, 06856 |
(203) 852-2000
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University of Connecticut-Stamford
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College | 6.9 mi away | One University Place, Stamford, CT, 06901-2315 |
2032518400
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SOUTH NORWALK BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 0.4 mi away | 10 WASHINGTON STREET, NORWALK, CT, 06854 |
(203) 899-2790
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Fairfield University
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College | 9.6 mi away | 1073 N Benson Rd, Fairfield, CT, 06824-5195 |
2032544000
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EAST NORWALK LIBRARY
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Library | 1.0 mi away | 51 VAN ZANT STREET, NORWALK, CT, 06855 |
(203) 538-0408
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Paier College
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College | 12.7 mi away | 84 iranistan Ave, Bridgeport, CT, 06606 |
2032873031
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NORWALK PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 1.7 mi away | 1 BELDEN AVE., NORWALK, CT, 06850 |
(203) 899-2780
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Sacred Heart University
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College | 12.8 mi away | 5151 Park Ave, Fairfield, CT, 06825-1000 |
2033717999
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ROWAYTON LIBRARY
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Library | 2.1 mi away | 33 HIGHLAND AVE., NORWALK, CT, 06853 |
(203) 838-5038
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University of Bridgeport
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College | 12.9 mi away | 126 Park Avenue, Bridgeport, CT, 06604-5620 |
2035764000
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at STAMFORD 5 N, CT US, located 7.0 miles from Norwalk town. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 38.0° | 22.2° | 30.1° | 4.26" | 9.1" |
| February | 41.4° | 23.1° | 32.2° | 3.14" | 11.9" |
| March | 49.1° | 30.4° | 39.8° | 4.73" | 5.9" |
| April | 62.0° | 40.3° | 51.1° | 4.44" | 0.5" |
| May | 72.3° | 50.0° | 61.1° | 4.12" | 0.0" |
| June | 79.8° | 58.5° | 69.2° | 4.91" | 0.0" |
| July | 84.8° | 64.4° | 74.6° | 3.77" | 0.0" |
| August | 82.9° | 63.1° | 73.0° | 3.81" | 0.0" |
| September | 75.7° | 56.2° | 66.0° | 5.21" | 0.0" |
| October | 64.4° | 44.6° | 54.5° | 4.59" | 0.0" |
| November | 53.1° | 35.1° | 44.1° | 4.19" | 0.8" |
| December | 42.7° | 27.3° | 35.0° | 4.44" | 5.8" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Norwalk city | City | 0.0 mi | — |
| Darien Downtown CDP | CDP | 2.8 mi | — |
| Saugatuck CDP | CDP | 3.0 mi | — |
| Tokeneke CDP | CDP | 3.4 mi | — |
| Compo CDP | CDP | 4.1 mi | — |
| Noroton Heights CDP | CDP | 4.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 0919056060. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.