Norton, Ohio facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Norton, Ohio
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Silver Creek Metropark is located in Norton
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Location in Summit County and the state of Ohio.
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| Country | United States |
| State | Ohio |
| Counties | Summit, Wayne |
| Area | |
| • Total | 20.51 sq mi (53.13 km2) |
| • Land | 20.19 sq mi (52.28 km2) |
| • Water | 0.33 sq mi (0.84 km2) |
| Elevation | 1,106 ft (337 m) |
| Population
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| • Total | 11,673 |
| • Density | 578.24/sq mi (223.26/km2) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (EDT) |
| ZIP code |
44203
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| Area code(s) | 330, 234 |
| FIPS code | 39-57260 |
| GNIS feature ID | 1087012 |
Norton is a city in Ohio, United States. It is mostly located in Summit County. A small part of the city extends into Wayne County. In 2020, about 11,673 people lived in Norton. The city is part of the larger Akron metropolitan area.
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History of Norton, Ohio
Early Beginnings of Norton
Norton Township was formed in 1818. It was originally part of Wolf Creek Township. This larger area included what are now Norton, Copley, Wadsworth, Sharon, Guilford, and Montville townships.
Joseph Darrow surveyed Norton Township. He divided it into lots, each half a square mile. Norton was known as Town 1, Range 12 of the Western Reserve. It got its name from Birdseye Norton. He was one of the first owners of the township.
The first settlers arrived in 1810. They were James Robinson and John Cahow. James Robinson bought lot 19, and John Cahow bought lot 20. The first marriage in the township happened in 1814. It was between James Robinson and Lois Bates. John Cahow built the first tavern in 1812 on his land. Thomas Johnson built the first saw mill in 1823. He also built the first grist mill in 1830.
Villages and Growth
Norton Township had seven small villages. These included Loyal Oak, Western Star, Sherman, and Johnson's Corners. Other villages were Norton Center, Hametown, and New Portage.
The famous Seiberling family is from Norton. Frank A. and Charles W. Seiberling started the Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company in 1898. Their family farm is still active today on Greenwich Road.
In 1890, some businessmen bought farms near New Portage. They wanted to create a new manufacturing city. This city was named Barberton, after O. C. Barber.
The Ohio & Erie Canal ran through Norton from 1827 to 1913. Electric trolley lines were added in 1905. These trolleys connected Barberton to Wadsworth through Norton.
Becoming a City
In 1958, the Norton Township Development Committee was formed. Residents felt the township government needed to change. They wanted a more organized government for their growing community.
An idea to become a village was put to a vote. It did not pass the first time. But in 1961, it passed, and Norton became a village. Richard DuFore was Norton's first Village Mayor.
In November 1968, Norton voted to become a city. It officially became a city on January 11, 1969.
Geography of Norton
Norton is mainly located in Summit County. A small part of the city is in Wayne County.
The city covers about 20.49 square miles (53.1 square kilometers). Most of this area is land. About 0.33 square miles (0.84 square kilometers) is water.
Population and People
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1970 | 12,308 | — | |
| 1980 | 12,242 | −0.5% | |
| 1990 | 11,477 | −6.2% | |
| 2000 | 11,523 | 0.4% | |
| 2010 | 12,085 | 4.9% | |
| 2020 | 11,673 | −3.4% | |
| 2021 (est.) | 11,571 | −4.3% | |
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How Many People Live Here?
In 2010, there were 12,085 people living in Norton. These people lived in 4,711 households. About 3,439 of these were families. The city had about 599.5 people per square mile.
Most people in Norton were White (96.2%). There were also African American (1.7%), Native American (0.2%), and Asian (0.8%) residents. A small number of people were from other races or two or more races. About 0.9% of the population was Hispanic or Latino.
Households and Age
About 29.7% of households had children under 18. Most households (59.4%) were married couples. Some households had a female head (9.0%) or a male head (4.6%) without a spouse. About 27.0% of households were not families.
The average household had 2.53 people. The average family had 2.96 people. The median age in Norton was 43.7 years old. About 21.8% of residents were under 18. About 16.1% were 65 or older. The population was almost evenly split between males (49.3%) and females (50.7%).
Arts and Culture in Norton
Apple Cider Festival
Norton hosts an Apple Cider Festival every September. This festival includes a parade and fireworks. There are also crafts and fun attractions. The Lions Club started the festival in 1988. They decided on a Cider Festival because they were known for selling cider.
The first festival was held on September 23 and 24, 1989. It was a local community event. For its 20th anniversary in 2008, the festival moved. It is now held closer to the city center at Columbia Woods Park.
Wolf Creek Players
The city is also home to the Wolf Creek Players. This is a local community theater group. They put on three plays each season. The money they earn helps fund future plays and scholarships.
Education in Norton
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The Norton City School District serves the city. It has one elementary school and one middle school. It also operates Norton High School.
Norton has a public library. It is a branch of the Akron-Summit County Public Library.
Notable People from Norton
- Martha Parmelee Rose (1834-1923), a journalist and helper of others.
- Tyler Scott, a professional football player.
Images for kids
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Gazebo at Williams Park at the Town Center.
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Gazebo at Columbia Woods Park.
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Safety and Administration Center.
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See also
In Spanish: Norton (Ohio) para niños
