Average Salary in Norfolk (2025)

The average salary in Norfolk in 2025 is $863 per week. After tax, the estimated take-home pay is around $2,805 per month. This guide also compares cost of living, rent, and affordability in Norfolk.

The median weekly salary in Norfolk is $863, which is below the US baseline used on this site. Estimated monthly take-home pay is about $2,805. A typical one-bedroom city-centre rent of $1,362 puts strong pressure on take-home pay.

Median weekly salary
$863
Median hourly pay
$21.6
Estimated monthly take-home
$2,805
Rent burden
48.6%

Salary snapshot for Norfolk

MetricValue
Median weekly salary$863
Median hourly pay$21.6
Estimated monthly take-home$2,805
Difference vs US average-11.9%
1-bed rent in city centre$1,362
Rent burden share48.6%

Cost of living link

Users comparing pay and affordability usually also want local expenses. See the cost of living in Norfolk.

Compare Norfolk with other US cities

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FAQ

What is the average salary in Norfolk after tax?

The estimated take-home pay after tax in Norfolk is around $2,805 per month based on median salary data.

Is Norfolk expensive to live in?

Living costs depend on rent and everyday spending. See the cost of living in Norfolk for a fuller picture of affordability.

How much salary is needed to live comfortably in Norfolk?

A comfortable salary depends on rent and lifestyle, but many households aim to keep housing costs below 30–40% of income. On this page, the estimated city-centre rent burden is 48.6% of estimated take-home pay.

Sources: BLS for salary data, Numbeo for rent and cost context. Salary year: 2025. Cost update: 2026-04-01.