Living in East Norwich, New York

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

East Norwich has 2,697 residents with a median age of 43.7. The median household income is $204,071 (137% higher than the New York median), the median home value is $828,100.

East Norwich at a glance

Population
2,697
Median age
43.7State: 39.8
Median household income
$204,071State: $85,974
Median home value
$828,100State: $423,800
Homeowners
98.3%
Bachelor's degree or higher
71%
Average commute
36 min

Is East Norwich a good place to live?

Pros: Median household income 137% higher than the New York median; unemployment of 2.7%; a poverty rate of 1.5%.

Cons: Home values 95% higher than the state median; an average commute of 36 minutes.

The weather is best in June to September.

Cost of living in East Norwich

Housing is the biggest part of the cost of living. In East Norwich the median home value is $828,100, 149% 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

East Norwich$828,100
New York$423,800
United States$332,700

Median monthly rent

New York$1,621
United States$1,413

East Norwich median household income

The median household income in East Norwich is $204,071 and the income per person is $104,938. 1.5% of residents live below the poverty line (New York: 14%).

Median household income

East Norwich$204,071
New York$85,974
United States$80,734

Housing in East Norwich: homes for sale and rent

Housing units
987
Owner-occupied
98.3%
Renter-occupied
1.7%
Vacant
6.2%Includes seasonal homes
Median year built
1958
Average household size
2.88

East Norwich demographics

Population
2,697
Median age
43.7
Under 18
24.1%
65 and older
17%
Households
926
Foreign-born
6.7%
Veterans
2.2%Adults 18+

Race and ethnicity

White80.5%
Hispanic or Latino8.2%
Black0.7%
Asian4.7%

Hispanic or Latino can be of any race. Population history of East Norwich ›

Education in East Norwich

71% of adults 25 and older in East Norwich have a bachelor's degree or higher (New York: 40.2%), and 33% have a graduate or professional degree.

Bachelor's degree or higher

East Norwich71%
New York40.2%
United States35.7%

Jobs and commute in East Norwich

Unemployment rate
2.7%State: 6.4%
Average commute
36 minState: 33 min
Work from home
14.5%
Drive alone
73.4%
Public transit
8.2%
Walk to work
1.9%
Homes with broadband
98.7%

East Norwich vs nearby towns

TownPopulationMedian incomeHome valueRent
East Norwich2,697$204,071$828,100—
Oyster Bay7,308$111,264$695,500$2,225
Oyster Bay Cove2,075$250,001$1,714,700$2,500
Muttontown3,505$250,001$1,914,800—
Upper Brookville2,004$250,001$2,000,001$1,750
Laurel Hollow1,927$250,001$1,636,700$3,501
Syosset18,433$187,273$874,300$3,036
Mill Neck1,136$196,359$1,368,800$3,501
Cove Neck231$238,333$2,000,001$3,250

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Living in East Norwich: FAQ

What is the median household income in East Norwich, NY?

The median household income in East Norwich is $204,071, 137% higher than the New York median of $85,974 (U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates 2020–2024).

What is the average home price in East Norwich?

The median home value in East Norwich is $828,100, compared with $423,800 in New York.

Is East Norwich, NY a good place to live?

Pluses: median household income 137% higher than the New York median; unemployment of 2.7%; a poverty rate of 1.5%. Minuses: home values 95% higher than the state median; an average commute of 36 minutes.

What is the median age in East Norwich?

The median age in East Norwich is 43.7 years (New York: 39.8).

How long is the commute in East Norwich?

The average commute to work in East Norwich is 36 minutes; 14.5% of workers work from home.

What is the unemployment rate in East Norwich?

The unemployment rate in East Norwich is 2.7% (U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates 2020–2024).

How educated is East Norwich?

71% of adults in East Norwich 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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