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Crime in Norfolk summary. We use data from the FBI to determine the crime rates in Norfolk. Key points include:
There were 353 total crimes in Norfolk in the last reporting year.
The overall crime rate per 100,000 people in Norfolk is 1,345.6 / 100k people.
The violent crime rate per 100,000 people in Norfolk is 202.0 / 100k people.
The property crime rate per 100,000 people in Norfolk is 1,143.6 / 100k people.
Overall, crime in Norfolk is -36.51% below the national average.
Total Crimes
Below National Average
Crime In Norfolk Comparison Table
| Statistic | Count Raw |
Norfolk / 100k People |
Nebraska / 100k People |
National / 100k People |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crimes Per 100K | 353 | 1,345.6 | 1,847.2 | 2,119.2 |
| Violent Crime | 53 | 202.0 | 220.5 | 359.0 |
| Murder | 0 | 0.0 | 2.1 | 5.0 |
| Robbery | 3 | 11.4 | 20.5 | 61.0 |
| Aggravated Assault | 35 | 133.4 | 154.5 | 256.0 |
| Property Crime | 300 | 1,143.6 | 1,626.7 | 1,760.0 |
| Burglary | 18 | 68.6 | 155.1 | 229.0 |
| Larceny | 262 | 998.7 | 1,218.9 | 1,272.0 |
| Car Theft | 20 | 76.2 | 252.6 | 259.0 |
Source: FBI Uniform Crime Reporting (2024)
Cost of living in Norfolk summary. We use data on the cost of living to determine how expensive it is to live in Norfolk. Real estate prices drive most of the variance in cost of living around Nebraska. Key points include:
The cost of living in Norfolk is 93 with 100 being average.
The cost of living in Norfolk is 0.9x lower than the national average.
The median home value in Norfolk is $256,016.
The median income in Norfolk is $58,884.
Norfolk's Overall Cost Of Living
Lower Than The National Average
Cost Of Living In Norfolk Comparison Table
| Living Expense | Norfolk | Nebraska | National Average |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 93 | 89 | 100 |
| Services | 97 | 98 | 100 |
| Groceries | 99 | 99 | 100 |
| Health | 82 | 77 | 100 |
| Housing | 98 | 99 | 100 |
| Transportation | 93 | 98 | 100 |
| Utilities | 92 | 96 | 100 |
Source: Cost of living index, normalized to US average = 100
Norfolk, NE Weather
The average high in Norfolk is 60.1° and the average low is 37.3°.
There are 49.7 days of precipitation each year.
Expect an average of 28.2 inches of precipitation each year with 28.2 inches of snow.
| Stat | Norfolk |
|---|---|
| Average Annual High | 60.1 |
| Average Annual Low | 37.3 |
| Annual Precipitation Days | 49.7 |
| Average Annual Precipitation | 28.2 |
| Average Annual Snowfall | 28.2 |
Average High
Days of Rain
Source: NOAA climate normals (30-year)
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Population 24,488
Norfolk Demographics And Statistics
Population over time in Norfolk
The current population in Norfolk is 26,054. The population has increased 8.7% from 2010.
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 26,054 | 0.4% |
| 2023 | 25,962 | 0.3% |
| 2022 | 25,883 | 3.7% |
| 2021 | 24,964 | 2.3% |
| 2020 | 24,410 | -0.1% |
| 2019 | 24,424 | -0.1% |
| 2018 | 24,446 | 0.4% |
| 2017 | 24,352 | -0.2% |
| 2016 | 24,398 | 0.0% |
| 2015 | 24,393 | 0.1% |
| 2014 | 24,364 | 0.2% |
| 2013 | 24,311 | 1.0% |
| 2012 | 24,079 | 0.6% |
| 2011 | 23,945 | -0.1% |
| 2010 | 23,961 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in Norfolk
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Norfolk is:
77.9% White with 20,300 White residents.
1.0% African American with 257 African American residents.
1.1% American Indian with 276 American Indian residents.
1.0% Asian with 263 Asian residents.
0.0% Hawaiian with 0 Hawaiian residents.
0.1% Other with 19 Other residents.
3.5% Two Or More with 907 Two Or More residents.
15.5% Hispanic with 4,032 Hispanic residents.
| Race | Norfolk | NE | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 77.9% | 75.3% | 57.4% |
| African American | 1.0% | 4.6% | 11.9% |
| American Indian | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Asian | 1.0% | 2.6% | 5.9% |
| Hawaiian | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.1% | 0.4% | 0.6% |
| Two Or More | 3.5% | 3.8% | 4.3% |
| Hispanic | 15.5% | 12.7% | 19.3% |
Gender in Norfolk
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Norfolk is 50.3% female with 13,103 female residents.
Norfolk is 49.7% male with 12,950 male residents.
| Gender | Norfolk | NE | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.3% | 49.7% | 50.5% |
| Male | 49.7% | 50.3% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in Norfolk for adults over 25
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5.0% of adults in Norfolk completed < 9th grade.
4.0% of adults in Norfolk completed 9-12th grade.
29.0% of adults in Norfolk completed high school / ged.
21.0% of adults in Norfolk completed some college.
17.0% of adults in Norfolk completed associate's degree.
15.0% of adults in Norfolk completed bachelor's degree.
6.0% of adults in Norfolk completed master's degree.
1.0% of adults in Norfolk completed professional degree.
2.0% of adults in Norfolk completed doctorate degree.
| Education | Norfolk | NE | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 5.0% | 3.0% | 4.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 4.0% | 4.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 29.0% | 25.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 21.0% | 22.0% | 19.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 17.0% | 11.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 15.0% | 22.0% | 22.0% |
| Master's Degree | 6.0% | 9.0% | 10.0% |
| Professional Degree | 1.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 2.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For Norfolk, Nebraska
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7.0% of households in Norfolk earn Less than $10,000.
5.9% of households in Norfolk earn $10,000 to $14,999.
8.0% of households in Norfolk earn $15,000 to $24,999.
6.3% of households in Norfolk earn $25,000 to $34,999.
13.4% of households in Norfolk earn $35,000 to $49,999.
21.6% of households in Norfolk earn $50,000 to $74,999.
11.7% of households in Norfolk earn $75,000 to $99,999.
13.5% of households in Norfolk earn $100,000 to $149,999.
5.8% of households in Norfolk earn $150,000 to $199,999.
6.8% of households in Norfolk earn $200,000 or more.
| Income | Norfolk | NE | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 7.0% | 4.3% | 5.0% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 5.9% | 3.1% | 3.4% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 8.0% | 6.4% | 6.3% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 6.3% | 6.9% | 6.6% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 13.4% | 11.1% | 10.1% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 21.6% | 17.3% | 15.5% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 11.7% | 13.5% | 12.6% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 13.5% | 18.9% | 17.5% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 5.8% | 9.1% | 9.6% |
| $200,000 or more | 6.8% | 9.4% | 13.4% |
Source: U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (2024)








