Norwood Public RecordsNorth Carolina

As of the 2020 Census, Norwood in Stanly County, NC, has a population of around 2,372. The median age is about 46.3 years, with 48% male and 52% female residents. The racial composition is approximately 77% White, 17% Black or African American, 2% Hispanic or Latino, and 4% other or mixed races. Norwood’s modest size reflects a diverse community with a slightly older median age than the state average.

Norwood, Stanly County, NC, offers a median home value of around $170,000, with approximately 65% homeownership and 35% rentals. The local real estate market has seen a 5% annual increase in home values over recent years. Housing types mainly include single-family homes and some duplexes, with neighborhoods like Lake Tillery Estates popular for waterfront living. Average monthly rent is about $900. Property tax rates in Stanly County are approximately 0.69% of assessed home value, making Norwood relatively affordable for homeowners.

Norwood, in Stanly County, NC, is served primarily by Norwood Elementary School and South Stanly Middle and High Schools, overseen by Stanly County Schools district. The high school graduation rate in the area is approximately 89%. Around 16% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree or higher. School safety scores are generally above state averages, with few reported incidents annually. Educational programs include STEM, advanced placement, and vocational tracks, supporting around 1,200 students districtwide. Adult education opportunities are available via Stanly Community College, emphasizing GED and workforce training programs locally.

Transportation in Norwood, Stanly County, NC, is primarily car-dependent, with about 87% of commuters driving alone and only around 0.5% using public transportation. The average commute time is approximately 28 minutes. Norwood lacks fixed-route public transit services, relying on regional providers like SCUSA for demand-response rides. Most households (over 92%) own at least one vehicle. Major roads include US-52 and NC-731, connecting to nearby employment centers in Albemarle and Charlotte metro. The largest local employers are in manufacturing and health care, with many residents commuting to jobs outside the town.

Norwood, located in Stanly County, NC, lacks a hospital within city limits; residents primarily use Atrium Health Stanly in nearby Albemarle. Local care is provided by practices like Norwood Medical Clinic. Healthcare access can be challenging for the older population—over 20% are aged 65+—and uninsured rates in Stanly County are about 14%. Hypertension, diabetes, and obesity are common health issues. The county has roughly 1 primary care physician per 1,900 residents, below national averages. Medicaid/Medicare covers significant portions of patients, reflecting the area's rural and aging demographic profile.