Norfolk

NE

Madison County, Nebraska

Population 36K |Median income $63,128 |1 hospital

Population
35,532
Madison County
Median Income
$63,128
-7% vs avg
Median Home Value
$208,500
-8% vs avg
Median Age
37.4
years

10-Year Trends 2013–2024

20132024
Population
36K+2%
Median Income
$63,128+36%
Median Home Value
$208,500+91%
Poverty Rate
13.1%-8%
Unemployment
3%-35%

Economics

Median Rent
$881/mo
Poverty Rate
13.1% -8% vs avg
Unemployment 3%
Bachelor's Degree+ 23.7%
Work From Home 5.6%
Public Transit 0%

Population

White 79.6%
Two or More Ethnicities 2%
Asian 1.3%
African American 0.8%

Health Profile 15 measures

Health Indicators

Obesity
40%
High Blood Pressure
35.1%
Short Sleep Duration
32.2%
Physical Inactivity
27.7%
Binge Drinking
18.9%
Current Smoking
14.4%
Frequent Mental Distress
14%
Frequent Physical Distress
12.2%
Diabetes
11.8%
Lack of Health Insurance
10.7%

Preventive Care

Dental Visit 62%
Annual Checkup 75.1%

Other Measures

Current Asthma
9.4%
Coronary Heart Disease
6.7%
Stroke
3.4%

Hospitals 1 total

Rating Distribution
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Average Rating
4/5
Total Hospitals
1
With ER
1
FAITH REGIONAL HEALTH SERVICES
NORFOLK · Acute Care Hospitals · ER
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Alerts & News — Norfolk Area 6

Bushfire Alerts

Storm and Tree Down Alert Issued for Hume Highway Southbound Exit at Bargo

NSW RFS · 34m ago
Bushfire Alerts

Grass Fire Advice Issued for City of Sydney (NSW)

NSW RFS · 34m ago
Bushfire Alerts

Grass Fire Advice Issued for City of Sydney (NSW) Area

NSW RFS · 1h ago
Bushfire Alerts

Bushfire Advice Issued for City of Sydney Following Grass Fire Report

NSW RFS · 1h ago
Bushfire Alerts

Advice Issued for Grass Fire in City of Sydney

NSW RFS · 1h ago
Bushfire Alerts

Advice Issued for Grass Fire in City of Sydney (NSW)

NSW RFS · 1h ago

Frequently Asked Questions 6

What is the population of Norfolk, NE? ▼
Norfolk, NE has a population of 35,532 people, located in Madison County, Nebraska.
What is the median household income in Norfolk? ▼
The median household income in Norfolk, NE is $63,128 per year. The poverty rate is 13.1%.
What is the median home value in Norfolk? ▼
The median home value in Norfolk, NE is $208,500. Median rent is $881/month.
What are the top health concerns in Norfolk? ▼
The top health indicators in Norfolk include Obesity (40%), High Blood Pressure (35.1%), Short Sleep Duration (32.2%). Data from CDC PLACES.
How many hospitals are in Norfolk? ▼
Norfolk has 1 hospital with an average rating of 4/5 stars. 1 have emergency departments.
What is the median age in Norfolk? ▼
The median age in Norfolk, NE is 37.4 years. 23.7% of residents have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Safety Context

Norfolk, NE is located in Madison County, Nebraska. With a population of 36K and a median household income of $63,128, the community faces health challenges including obesity and high blood pressure. Residents have access to 1 hospital with an average rating of 4/5 stars. Safety alerts for the Norfolk area are monitored from federal and state agencies including FEMA, NOAA, FDA, and CPSC.

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Data Sources

All data on this page comes from official U.S. government sources. Population and economic data from the Census Bureau American Community Survey (2022 5-year estimates). Health data from the CDC PLACES program (2023). Hospital ratings from CMS Hospital Compare (2024). Data is county-level (Madison County) as the smallest consistent geographic unit across all sources.

Disclaimer: This information is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Data is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau, FBI UCR, CDC PLACES, and NCES. Consult a qualified professional before making decisions based on this data.