Norway, NY is a small town located in Herkimer County, New York. It has a population of just over 1,400 people according to the 2020 census. Despite its small size, Norway has consistently ranked highly in bestplaces rankings. The town is rated highly for its diverse housing options which include apartments and single-family homes. Additionally, it ranks well on criteria such as cost of living index and public safety. With a crime rate below the national average, Norway is considered one of the safest places to live in New York State. Additionally, education quality is high with opportunities for both private schools and public education available within the town boundaries. In summary, Norway’s high bestplaces rankings indicate that it is an ideal place to live for those seeking safe neighborhoods and quality educational options without sacrificing affordability or diversity of housing options.
Best Places ranks thousands of places to live based on analysis, data and key statistics from the U.S. Census and our Best Places To Live Expert Insights.
EIGHTH ANNUAL FARMERS INSURANCE STUDY RANKS THE MOST SECURE PLACES TO LIVE IN THE U.S. Pittsburgh rated country’s most secure lar...
Read More
Feeling safe and secure is especially important to Americans these days. Recent events have reminded us that the safety of our...
Read More
Country Home magazine, in conjunction with Sperlings BestPlaces, reveals that Burlington, Vermont is the 2007 Best Green Pla...
Read More
Most Competitive Private Colleges...
Read More
Browse all of our Best Places Rankings