Norton County, KS Economy


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Norton, KS County is a great place to live due to the low rent prices for two bedroom properties. Renting a two bedroom property at just $790 per month makes it an affordable choice for families and individuals alike. Additionally, Norton offers many other cost saving benefits such as a grocery cost index of 91 relative to 100 in the US. There are many local businesses and amenities in Norton, including establishments like D & M Farm & Home Supply, Wagon Wheel Cafe, and J&L Tire Center. With plenty of parks, places of worship, and other attractions there is something for everyone in Norton.

Norton County has an unemployment rate of 2.3%. The US average is 6.0%.

Norton County has seen the job market decrease by -1.9% over the last year. Future job growth over the next ten years is predicted to be 14.9%, which is lower than the US average of 33.5%.

Tax Rates for Norton County
- The Sales Tax Rate for Norton County is 8.2%. The US average is 7.3%.
- The Income Tax Rate for Norton County is 5.7%. The US average is 4.6%.
- Tax Rates can have a big impact when Comparing Cost of Living.

Income and Salaries for Norton County
- The average income of a Norton County resident is $23,323 a year. The US average is $28,555 a year.
- The Median household income of a Norton County resident is $49,326 a year. The US average is $69,021 a year.

Income by Population Percent

  EconomyNorton, KansasUnited States
  2.36
  -2.4%-6.2%
  14.9%33.5%
  7.3%6.2%
  5.7%4.6%
  $27,620$37,638
  $49,326$69,021
  $74,152$85,028
  Population by Occupation
  3.6%1.2%
  1.1%0.5%
  6.2%6.8%
  12.3%10.0%
  1.9%2.5%
  5.8%11.0%
  7.5%4.8%
  3.6%0.8%
  5.8%1.9%
  6.4%4.7%
  0.0%1.9%
  3.6%7.6%
  1.0%0.1%
  1.0%4.2%
  6.5%9.3%
  21.8%14.0%
  0.2%2.1%
  3.4%7.0%
  3.4%4.8%
  5.1%4.7%
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