Living in Norris Canyon, California

Cost of living, income, home prices, rent and demographics of Norris Canyon · Census data 2020–2024

Norris Canyon has 1,014 residents with a median age of 42.3. The median household income is $250,001 (152% higher than the California median), the median home value is $2,000,001.

Norris Canyon is a small town, so Census survey estimates have wide margins of error. Treat percentages as approximate.

Norris Canyon at a glance

Population
1,014
Median age
42.3State: 37.9
Median household income
$250,001State: $99,122
Median home value
$2,000,001State: $734,700
Homeowners
100%
Bachelor's degree or higher
76.8%
Average commute
38 min

Is Norris Canyon a good place to live?

Pros: Median household income 152% higher than the California median; unemployment of 0.7%; a poverty rate of 1.8%.

Cons: Home values 172% higher than the state median; an average commute of 38 minutes.

The weather is best in May–June and September–October.

Cost of living in Norris Canyon

Housing is the biggest part of the cost of living. In Norris Canyon the median home value is $2,000,001, 501% higher than the U.S. median. Renters pay a median of — per month. Homeowners with a mortgage pay $4,001 a month in housing costs.

Median home value

Norris Canyon$2,000,001
California$734,700
United States$332,700

Median monthly rent

California$2,036
United States$1,413

Norris Canyon median household income

The median household income in Norris Canyon is $250,001 and the income per person is $138,532. 1.8% of residents live below the poverty line (California: 12%).

Median household income

Norris Canyon$250,001
California$99,122
United States$80,734

Housing in Norris Canyon: homes for sale and rent

Housing units
382
Owner-occupied
100%
Renter-occupied
0%
Vacant
33.8%Includes seasonal homes
Median year built
2011
Average household size
4.01

33.8% of homes are vacant most of the year, a sign that Norris Canyon has many vacation and second homes.

Norris Canyon demographics

Population
1,014
Median age
42.3
Under 18
31%
65 and older
10%
Households
253
Foreign-born
52.6%
Veterans
1.4%Adults 18+

Race and ethnicity

White15.1%
Hispanic or Latino0%
Black0%
Asian61.5%

Hispanic or Latino can be of any race. Population history of Norris Canyon ›

Education in Norris Canyon

76.8% of adults 25 and older in Norris Canyon have a bachelor's degree or higher (California: 37.1%), and 44.4% have a graduate or professional degree.

Bachelor's degree or higher

Norris Canyon76.8%
California37.1%
United States35.7%

Jobs and commute in Norris Canyon

Unemployment rate
0.7%State: 6.6%
Average commute
38 minState: 29 min
Work from home
44.7%
Drive alone
41.3%
Public transit
0%
Walk to work
0%
Homes with broadband
100%

Norris Canyon vs nearby towns

TownPopulationMedian incomeHome valueRent
Norris Canyon1,014$250,001$2,000,001—
San Ramon85,993$196,161$1,509,500$2,968
Danville43,401$232,216$1,681,700$3,501
Castro Valley65,001$142,779$1,104,600$2,554
Dublin70,803$214,385$1,317,100$3,191
Fairview10,745$148,667$963,300$2,644
Blackhawk10,137$245,208$2,000,001$3,501
Camino Tassajara5,831$250,001$2,000,001$2,422
Diablo1,232$248,150$2,000,001—

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Living in Norris Canyon: FAQ

What is the median household income in Norris Canyon, CA?

The median household income in Norris Canyon is $250,001, 152% higher than the California median of $99,122 (U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates 2020–2024).

What is the average home price in Norris Canyon?

The median home value in Norris Canyon is $2,000,001, compared with $734,700 in California.

Is Norris Canyon, CA a good place to live?

Pluses: median household income 152% higher than the California median; unemployment of 0.7%; a poverty rate of 1.8%. Minuses: home values 172% higher than the state median; an average commute of 38 minutes.

What is the median age in Norris Canyon?

The median age in Norris Canyon is 42.3 years (California: 37.9).

How long is the commute in Norris Canyon?

The average commute to work in Norris Canyon is 38 minutes; 44.7% of workers work from home.

What is the unemployment rate in Norris Canyon?

The unemployment rate in Norris Canyon is 0.7% (U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates 2020–2024).

How educated is Norris Canyon?

76.8% of adults in Norris Canyon have a bachelor's degree or higher.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates 2020–2024 (margins of error apply, especially in small towns). Figures are in 2024 dollars.

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