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Demographics

Majority WhiteSimpson's Diversity Index: 63
Population39,992
Foreign Born6.5%
Population Density1,425people per mi²
Median Age38.8 yrs
Demographics Trajectory
StableSince 2010, this city has held a relatively stable population and racial composition.
Current Race / Ethnicity Breakdown
Population Trends

Quality of Life

Overall Quality Of Life
B+
Good

Above-average quality of iife. The area offers a reasonable cost of living, decent mobility, and a mix of neighborhood amenities.

Quality of Life blends cost of living, nearby amenities, socioeconomic signals, and neighborhood character. City-level scores represent the whole municipality; individual neighborhoods can differ.

Cost of Living

95/100

5% below national average

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The Real Cost of Living in Norwich, Connecticut

TierIndividualFamily (4)
Survival $19k$36k
Comfortable $45k$66k
Luxury $116k+$179k+
Elite (Top 5%) $136k+$211k+
Affordability Ratio

97%

The Hood Index™

A metric tracking the socioeconomic signals of the area.

A
Hood Index scan area
Luxury Lean82%
RisksNeutralGrowth
Premium
40
Positive
40
Poor
9
Negative
13

Groceries

2 within 10 miles

2.8mi

Gas

0 within 10 miles

Hospital

3 within 20 miles

11.8mi

Airport

Connecticut Airport Authority

13.2mi

Post Office

USPS — New London, CT

11.7mi

Critical Amenities

Country Clubs

1 private club within 10 miles.

Golf3Nearest 6.3 mi
Camping20Nearest 11.1 mi
Marina1Nearest 0.3 mi
Winery0 
Ice Rink0Nearest 39 mi
Gun Range2Nearest 6.2 mi

Affluence Level

Overall Affluence Grade
D
Soft

A below-average socioeconomic profile. Incomes, home values, and educational attainment trail the U.S., with higher poverty and unemployment.

Median HHI
$64k+2.3%
15% below US avg
Est. Avg Net Worth
$731k
11% above US avg
College Educated
22.6%
35% below US avg
WFH
6.6%
54% below US avg
Homeownership
54.0%
17% below US avg
Median Home
$231k
18% below US avg

Crime

Overall Crime Grade
B
Safe

Generally safer than 66% of comparable U.S. locations.

Crime Rate
12.5
Incidents per 1,000 residents
5yr Trend
−30.9%
Overall crime change since 2020

Violent Crime

5yr−30.3%
Homicide
0.03 / 1k Residents47% above state avg
Robbery
0.33 / 1k Residents10% above state avg
Aggravated Assault
1.33 / 1k Residents116% above state avg

Property Crime

5yr−31.5%
Burglary
1.08 / 1k Residents33% above state avg
Larceny-Theft
7.70 / 1k Residents13% below state avg
Motor Vehicle Theft
1.43 / 1k Residents16% below state avg
Source: FBI Crime Data · 2025

Political Climate

Cook PVI: D+4Tilts Liberal

District shown is the primary district for this city’s centroid. Cities may span multiple districts.

Presidential Voting Trends for Norwich, Connecticut
Dem Rep
30%40%50%60%2000200420082012201620202024

Personal Sovereignty

Personal Sovereignty measures your capacity for self-reliance and independence with minimal government friction. Higher scores mean fewer barriers between you and the way you want to live... but it assumes you have the space you need and good neighbors.

Overall Sovereignty Grade
B
Self-Reliant

Viable for self-reliance. Generally workable, though some barriers may limit total independence.

State Policy

Property Rights
D
WeakIJ Grade D
Firearm Rights
F
PoorFPC Grade F
Homeschooling
A+
GreatNo notice required

Energy independence: Importer (5% of energy produced in-state)

Personal Liberty

Raw Milk
A+
Fully OpenRetail sales legal
Gambling Laws
A
Broadly OpenTribal · Poker · Sportsbetting
Marijuana Laws
A+
Fully LegalRecreational

Homesteading

Growing Season198 days259 frost-free
Annual Rainfall57.6"
Elevation79 ft

Strategic Assessment

Strategic Assessment grades tactical survivability using Joel Skousen's Strategic Relocation framework. Major population centers, blast zones, natural disasters, and border exposure all drive risk — lower exposure means a more defensible position in a crisis.

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Overall Strategic Grade
D-
Vulnerable

Multiple tactical vulnerabilities. Population density, target proximity, or disaster risk are likely compounding. A retreat property and exit planning is required.

Strategic Pillars

City Proximity
F
Poor115 mi to nearest major city
Pop. Density
C-
Weak1,425/sq mi
Fallout Danger
C
Weak7 within ~30 mi
Natural Disaster
F
PoorInland Flooding
Border / Coast
D
Poorborder 240 mi · coast 8.5 mi
FEMA Expected Loss$83.5M/yrfor the county

Key Distances

Nearest Major CityBoston676k people are 78 mi away
Nearest Major AirportNo hub airport within 50 mi
Distance to State Capital35 miHartford, CT
Nearest Prison5.2 mi3 within 25 mi

* Values derived from national, state, county, city and local statistics and may differ in a specific area. Last updated: 2026-04-19T05:39:21.000Z

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