Demographics

Population Quick Facts


The City of Norcross is one of the most diverse communities in Gwinnett County. Individuals from various backgrounds, income, education and experiences make us unique. Please see the following data from the U.S. Census Bureau and U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.

Total Population
17,209
Median Household Income
$70,403
Median Age
31.1
Age 65 & Older
5.9%
Population Growth
7%
Households
5,087
Average Household Size
3.23
Under Age 25
39.2%

Population By Race and Ethnicity

Race
Percentage
White
20.4%
Black or African American 23.1%
Asian 13.3%
Hispanic or Latino 39.8%
Two or more races 3.1%
Some other race 0.3%

Median Household Income By Community Comparison

Year Medium Household Income Medium Household Income Medium Household Income Medium Household Income
  Norcross

Peachtree Corners

 Duluth Gwinnett County
2021 $70,403 $68,738 $77,516 $75,853
2020 $65,409 $65,328 $74,377 $72,787
2019 $58,236 $71,149 $71,220 $71,026

Educated & Skilled Labor Force

K-12 Public Education

The local K-12 public education system in Norcross is powered by Gwinnett County Public Schools, a two-time Braud Prize winner for large urban school districts. This prize has provided $1.75 million in college scholarships for Gwinnett students. Gwinnett County Public School's focus is on teaching and learning and their focus on this key business has created a system of schools that are truly world-class.

Colleges and Universities

Norcross is conveniently located near or within easy driving distance to top-level colleges and universities, which feed into our labor force:

  • Agnes Scott College
  • Alterius College
  • Atlanta Technical College
  • Brenau University
  • Emory University
  • Georgia Gwinnett College
  • Georgia Institute of Technology
  • Georgia State University
  • Gwinnett Technical College
  • Kennesaw State University
  • Spelman College
  • University of Georgia