Norton, OH Facts, Population, Income, Demographics, Economy

Population (male): 6,077

Population (female): 5,936

Median Age: 43.2 years

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Norton: 96.9 (near average, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 6.3%

Poverty (breakdown): (5.4% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 6.6% for Black residents, 43.6% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 100.0% for American Indian residents)

Races:
      White alone - 11,413 - 94.8%
      Hispanic - 183 - 1.5%
      Black alone - 160 - 1.3%
      Asian alone - 64 - 0.5%
      Two or more races - 62 - 0.5%
      American Indian alone - 20 - 0.2%

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Recognitions and Certifications

Accredited Drug Testing has been recognized as one of the "Top 10 drug testing companies" for excellent customer service and we have received TPA Accreditation from the National Drug and Alcohol Screening Association. We are active in all drug testing industry associations and our staff are trained and certified as drug and alcohol testing specialists.

Important Links

National Drug and Alcohol Screening Association (https://ndasa.com/)

National Drug Free Workplace Alliance (https://www.ndwa.org/)

Substance Abuse Program Administrators Association (https://www.sapaa.com/)

Substance Abuse Mental Health Safety Administration (https://www.samhsa.gov/)

US Drug Enforcement Administration (https://www.dea.gov/)

Office of Drug alcohol Policy Control (https://www.transportation.gov/odapc)

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Drug & Alcohol Testing Centers, Norton, OH

Accredited Drug Testing Inc, is the nation's leading provider of drug, alcohol, occupational health, and DNA testing and has testing centers in Norton, OH and throughout the local area. Testing centers are within minutes of your home or office and same day service is available in most cases.

155 5th St NE 2.7 miles

155 5th St NE
Barberton, OH 44203
Categories: Barberton OH

101 5TH ST SE STE J 2.9 miles

101 5TH ST SE STE J
BARBERTON, OH 44203
Categories: BARBERTON OH

1825 FRANKS PKWY 4.4 miles

1825 FRANKS PKWY
UNIONTOWN, OH 44685
Categories: UNIONTOWN OH

1 PARK WEST BLVD STE 290 5.6 miles

1 PARK WEST BLVD STE 290
AKRON, OH 44320
Categories: AKRON OH

1450 FIRESTONE PKWY 5.8 miles

1450 FIRESTONE PKWY
AKRON, OH 44301
Categories: AKRON OH

191 WADSWORTH RD 6.1 miles

191 WADSWORTH RD
WADSWORTH, OH 44281
Categories: WADSWORTH OH

195 Wadsworth Rd 6.1 miles

195 Wadsworth Rd
Wadsworth, OH 44281
Categories: Wadsworth OH

400 WABASH AVE 6.3 miles

400 WABASH AVE
AKRON, OH 44307
Categories: AKRON OH

2820 W MARKET ST STE 220 6.9 miles

2820 W MARKET ST STE 220
FAIRLAWN, OH 44333
Categories: FAIRLAWN OH

3900 Medina Road, 7.3 miles

3900 Medina Road,
Akron, OH 44333
Categories: Akron OH

3975 EMBASSY PKWY STE 003 7.7 miles

3975 EMBASSY PKWY STE 003
AKRON, OH 44333
Categories: AKRON OH

150 SPRINGSIDE DR STE 225B 7.7 miles

150 SPRINGSIDE DR STE 225B
AKRON, OH 44333
Categories: AKRON OH

2850 S ARLINGTON RD STE 104 8.0 miles

2850 S ARLINGTON RD STE 104
AKRON, OH 44312
Categories: AKRON OH

1265 TRIPLETT BLVD 8.2 miles

1265 TRIPLETT BLVD
AKRON, OH 44306
Categories: AKRON OH

223 N MAIN ST 8.2 miles

223 N MAIN ST
RITTMAN, OH 44270
Categories: RITTMAN OH

605 North Cleveland Massillon, 8.5 miles

605 North Cleveland Massillon,
Akron, OH 44333
Categories: Akron OH

1860 State Rd Ste C 9.7 miles

1860 State Rd Ste C
Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44310
Categories: Cuyahoga Falls OH

3333 MASSILLON RD STE 102 9.9 miles

3333 MASSILLON RD STE 102
AKRON, OH 44312
Categories: AKRON OH

3479 Massillon Road, 10.0 miles

3479 Massillon Road,
Uniontown, OH 44685
Categories: Uniontown OH

3838 MASSILLON RD STE 350 10.3 miles

3838 MASSILLON RD STE 350
UNIONTOWN, OH 44685
Categories: UNIONTOWN OH

696 CANTON RD 10.6 miles

696 CANTON RD
AKRON, OH 44312
Categories: AKRON OH

224 WEST AVE 10.6 miles

224 WEST AVE
TALLMADGE, OH 44278
Categories: TALLMADGE OH

654 PORTAGE TRL 10.8 miles

654 PORTAGE TRL
CUYAHOGA FALLS, OH 44221
Categories: CUYAHOGA FALLS OH

462 Howe Avenue, The Plaza at Chapel Hill 11.0 miles

462 Howe Avenue, The Plaza at Chapel Hill
Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44221
Categories: Cuyahoga Falls OH

2762 MCELWAIN RD 11.0 miles

2762 MCELWAIN RD
AKRON, OH 44312
Categories: AKRON OH

111 STOW AVE STE 106 11.0 miles

111 STOW AVE STE 106
Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44221
Categories: Cuyahoga Falls OH

1900 23RD ST PO BOX 67069 11.2 miles

1900 23RD ST PO BOX 67069
CUYAHOGA FALLS, OH 44223
Categories: CUYAHOGA FALLS OH

5155 BUEHLERS DR 11.9 miles

5155 BUEHLERS DR
MEDINA, OH 44256
Categories: MEDINA OH

1685 SOUTHEAST AVE 12.9 miles

1685 SOUTHEAST AVE
TALLMADGE, OH 44278
Categories: TALLMADGE OH

1000 E WASHINGTON ST MAIN ENTRANCE, 1ST FLOOR 13.9 miles

1000 E WASHINGTON ST MAIN ENTRANCE, 1ST FLOOR
MEDINA, OH 44256
Categories: MEDINA OH

3913 Darrow Rd 14.3 miles

3913 Darrow Rd
Stow, OH 44224
Categories: Stow OH

735 N COURT ST 14.3 miles

735 N COURT ST
MEDINA, OH 44256
Categories: MEDINA OH

4476 DARROW RD 15.0 miles

4476 DARROW RD
STOW, OH 44224
Categories: STOW OH

5010 GRANDE BLVD UNIT J1 15.1 miles

5010 GRANDE BLVD UNIT J1
MEDINA, OH 44256
Categories: MEDINA OH

832 S MAIN ST 15.2 miles

832 S MAIN ST
ORRVILLE, OH 44667
Categories: ORRVILLE OH

6200 WHIPPLE AVE NW 15.7 miles

6200 WHIPPLE AVE NW
NORTH CANTON, OH 44720
Categories: NORTH CANTON OH

855 W MAPLE ST STE 120 15.8 miles

855 W MAPLE ST STE 120
HARTVILLE, OH 44632
Categories: HARTVILLE OH

563 TIONESTA DR 16.2 miles

563 TIONESTA DR
DALTON, OH 44618
Categories: DALTON OH

174 CURRIE HALL PKWY 16.2 miles

174 CURRIE HALL PKWY
KENT, OH 44240
Categories: KENT OH

4152 HOLIDAY ST NW 16.6 miles

4152 HOLIDAY ST NW
CANTON, OH 44718
Categories: CANTON OH

4368 DRESSLER RD NW 16.6 miles

4368 DRESSLER RD NW
CANTON, OH 44718
Categories: CANTON OH

6935 TREELINE DR STE J 17.3 miles

6935 TREELINE DR STE J
BRECKSVILLE, OH 44141
Categories: BRECKSVILLE OH

3724 CENTER RD 17.3 miles

3724 CENTER RD
BRUNSWICK, OH 44212
Categories: BRUNSWICK OH

4650 HILLS AND DALES RD NW 17.3 miles

4650 HILLS AND DALES RD NW
CANTON, OH 44708
Categories: CANTON OH

4638 Hills And Dales Road Nort, 17.4 miles

4638 Hills And Dales Road Nort,
Canton, OH 44708
Categories: Canton OH

3300 BAILEY ST NW 18.1 miles

3300 BAILEY ST NW
MASSILLON, OH 44646
Categories: MASSILLON OH

2626 FULTON DR NW 18.8 miles

2626 FULTON DR NW
CANTON, OH 44718
Categories: CANTON OH

225 ELYRIA ST 19.6 miles

225 ELYRIA ST
LODI, OH 44254
Categories: LODI OH

2201 BENDEN DR 20.0 miles

2201 BENDEN DR
WOOSTER, OH 44691
Categories: WOOSTER OH

863 W AURORA RD STE A 20.1 miles

863 W AURORA RD STE A
SAGAMORE HILLS, OH 44067
Categories: SAGAMORE HILLS OH

4650 SOUTHWAY ST SW 20.2 miles

4650 SOUTHWAY ST SW
CANTON, OH 44706
Categories: CANTON OH

128 E MILLTOWN RD STE 105 20.3 miles

128 E MILLTOWN RD STE 105
WOOSTER, OH 44691
Categories: WOOSTER OH

4164 BURBANK RD 20.3 miles

4164 BURBANK RD
WOOSTER, OH 44691
Categories: WOOSTER OH

18181 PEARL RD 20.6 miles

18181 PEARL RD
STRONGSVILLE, OH 44136
Categories: STRONGSVILLE OH

9318 STATE ROUTE 14 20.9 miles

9318 STATE ROUTE 14
STREETSBORO, OH 44241
Categories: STREETSBORO OH

1761 BEALL AVE 21.2 miles

1761 BEALL AVE
WOOSTER, OH 44691
Categories: WOOSTER OH

11443 State Rd 21.2 miles

11443 State Rd
North Royalton, OH 44133
Categories: North Royalton OH

2451 Edison Blvd, 21.2 miles

2451 Edison Blvd,
Twinsburg, OH 44087
Categories: Twinsburg OH

2207 KIMBALL RD SE 22.1 miles

2207 KIMBALL RD SE
CANTON, OH 44707
Categories: CANTON OH

6847 N CHESTNUT ST 22.8 miles

6847 N CHESTNUT ST
RAVENNA, OH 44266
Categories: RAVENNA OH

1400 W Pleasant Valley Rd 23.1 miles

1400 W Pleasant Valley Rd
Parma, OH 44134
Categories: Parma OH

506 W MAIN ST 23.6 miles

506 W MAIN ST
LOUISVILLE, OH 44641
Categories: LOUISVILLE OH

6789 RIDGE RD STE 210 24.8 miles

6789 RIDGE RD STE 210
PARMA, OH 44129
Categories: PARMA OH

7730 FIRST PL STE D 24.8 miles

7730 FIRST PL STE D
OAKWOOD VILLAGE, OH 44146
Categories: OAKWOOD VILLAGE OH

Drug and alcohol testing services are provided for employers and individuals and are administered for various reasons including Employment related such as pre-employment, random, post accident and reasonable suspicion, also US DOT-Part 40, Court Ordered, School and personal reasons.

Scheduling a drug, alcohol or any testing service at any of our Norton, OH testing facilities is simple and easy. Call (800)221-4291 or you may schedule a test online 24/7 by clicking below and receive your donor pass/registration form with the testing center address and instructions via email.

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Customer Service Is Our #1 Priority- Our Drug Testing centers recognize that needing a drug, alcohol or occupational health test can be stressful at times. Accredited Drug Testing takes the stress out of a stressful situation and is available to answer any questions you may have and provide our services in a friendly, courteous and confidential manner. Call our scheduling department today at (800)221-4291.



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Types of Drug Testing Methods Available

Our testing centers provide many types of drug testing methods, below is a brief description of each method choose the one that is right for your need.


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Urine Test - Urine - Accredited Drug Testing provides drug testing utilizing the Urine screening method. Urine drug testing can be screened for 5, 7, 9, 10, 12 and 15 panel screenings. Urine drug tests can also include an expanded opiates analysis. Same day service is available and testing centers are located in all cities and in most cases within minutes from your home or office. The detection period for a urine drug test is up to 3-5 days and results are reported in most cases in 2- 3 days.

The procedure for a urine drug test is simple. A donor provides a urine specimen in a cup to a drug testing collection specialist who will then seal the specimen cup, complete various documentation including a chain of custody form, have the donor initial the specimen cup seal, provide identification and upon completion of the collection and paperwork the specimen will be sent in a secure manner by Currier to the laboratory for testing.


Hair Drug Testing - Accredited Drug Testing can provide a drug test utilizing the Hair follicle drug test method and a Hair drug test can be tested for 5, 10, and 12 panel screenings. The detection period for a hair drug test is up to 90 days and results are reported in most cases in 3 -5 days.

The hair drug test is becoming more frequently used by employers, courts and other government agencies due to the fact that the window of detection for illegal drug use for a hair is up to 90 days. Many courts have begun accepting hair testing in place of urine or blood testing and hair testing has been determined to be legally and scientifically admissible evidence in a court of law.

A hair drug test is a simple process whereby a drug testing collection specialist cuts approximately 120 strands of hair from the head or a specific amount from the body and submits the hair to a certified laboratory for analysis. A hair follicle drug test can be screened for a 5 panel, 10 panel or 12 panel test and can also include expanded opiates. If a donor does not have 1 ½ inches of hair on their head, body hair can be utilized, however, if the donor is bald and has none or very little body hair, a hair drug test is not an available option, a urine or oral/saliva test should be utilized.

In addition to our standard drug test panels, opioid screening can be added to any drug test to determine the use and/or abuse of any prescription drugs.

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US DOT Testing and Part 40 Compliance - Accredited Drug Testing provides DOT drug testing for pre-employment, post-accident, reasonable suspicion and return to duty for companies or employees regulated and covered by 49 CFR Part 40 including FMCSA, USCG, FTA, FRA, FAA, PHMSA. The drug test required by the Department of Transportation is a 5-panel urine test, which must be analyzed by SAMHSA certified laboratory and verified by a Medical Review Officer (MRO).

Additional DOT services include:

  • -DOT Consortium Membership (random testing)
  • -DOT Supervisor Training
  • -MVR Reports
  • -DOT Drug Policy Development
  • -DOT Physicals
  • -DOT Breath Alcohol Testing

Our Norton, OH testing centers have certified DOT drug testing collection specialists who are trained in the proper collection of a DOT drug test.

The Opioid Overdose Crisis

Every day, more than 130 people in the United States die after overdosing on opioids. The misuse of and addiction to opioids—including prescription pain relievers, heroin, and synthetic opioids such as fentanyl—is a serious national crisis that affects public health as well as social and economic welfare. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that the total "economic burden" of prescription opioid misuse alone in the United States is $78.5 billion a year, including the costs of healthcare, lost productivity, addiction treatment, and criminal justice involvement.

  • Roughly 21 to 29 percent of patients prescribed opioids for chronic pain misuse them.
  • Between 8 and 12 percent develop an opioid use disorder.
  • An estimated 4 to 6 percent who misuse prescription opioids transition to heroin.
  • About 80 percent of people who use heroin first misused prescription opioids.
  • Opioid overdoses increased 30 percent from July 2016 through September 2017 in 52 areas in 45 states.
  • The Midwestern region saw opioid overdoses increase 70 percent from July 2016 through September 2017.
  • Opioid overdoses in large cities increase by 54 percent in 16 states.

In the late 1990s, pharmaceutical companies reassured the medical community that patients would not become addicted to prescription opioid pain relievers, and healthcare providers began to prescribe them at greater rates. This subsequently led to widespread diversion and misuse of these medications before it became clear that these medications could indeed be highly addictive.3,4 Opioid overdose rates began to increase. In 2017, more than 47,000 Americans died as a result of an opioid overdose, including prescription opioids, heroin, and illicitly manufactured fentanyl, a powerful synthetic opioid.1That same year, an estimated 1.7 million people in the United States suffered from substance use disorders related to prescription opioid pain relievers, and 652,000 suffered from a heroin use disorder (not mutually exclusive)

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Court Ordered Testing - Accredited Drug Testing and our Norton, OH drug testing centers also provide drug and alcohol testing for probation and other court ordered testing requirements. Testing services include ETG alcohol testing and drug testing utilizing urine and hair methods. Test results can be sent directly to Probation Officers, Judges, Attorneys or other parties as required. Strict confidentiality is assured.


Alcohol Testing - Accredited Drug Testing and our Norton, OH testing centers provide alcohol testing including ETG testing in both urine and hair and Breath Alcohol Testing (BAT). Alcohol testing can be added to any drug test screening.

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Testing Facilities Nationwide - In addition to our drug and alcohol testing centers in Norton, OH and the local area, Accredited Drug Testing has company owned and affiliated collection sites in all States and most cities to serve our clients' needs when traveling or employment related testing is required in multiple cities or States.


On-Site/Mobile Testing - Time Is Money!- Accredited Drug Testing provides On-Site drug testing services in all cities nationwide and can be used for construction sites, sporting events, job fairs and trucking/transportation companies, on site testing is available for DOT and NON-DOT regulated employers. In most cases, on-site mobile testing is cost effective when you have 10 or more employees needing to be drug or alcohol tested without leaving the job site.

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Employer testing/account setup - If you are an employer with at least 5 employees and would like to set up an account for future testing, it's simple and easy. Call us and speak with a client relations representative, (800)221-4291 it takes 5 minutes or less to complete. Account benefits include no setup fees, test discounts, invoicing, test status tracking and personalized customer service.

Does Your Company Have a Written Drug Policy? - Employee Drug & alcohol testing is utilized best when conducted in conjunction with a clear, written drug policy that is shared with all employees, along with employee education about the dangers of alcohol and drug abuse, supervisor training on the signs and symptoms of alcohol and drug abuse, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to provide help for employees who may have an alcohol or drug problem. If your company does not have a written drug and alcohol policy or your current policy needs to be revised, Accredited Drug Testing specializes in the development and implementation of an employer's drug and alcohol policy which complies with state and federal law.


DNA Testing Services -Accredited Drug Testing provides DNA testing at testing centers Nationwide for paternity, immigration, and family relationship purposes. DNA testing centers are located in most cities and within minutes of your home or office.

DNA testing can provide an accurate determination of the probability of paternity at 99% more of who the child's biological father or mother is. The initial DNA test takes only a few minutes at the testing center and involves the swabbing of the child and alleged fathers mouth, which will provide saliva to be analyzed by a certified laboratory. Our DNA results are analyzed by a certified AABB laboratory and can be used in a legal proceeding to determine paternity or child custody related issues.

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Handy Resources

Comprehensive Online Resources for Drug Testing

  1. National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA)

    Provides comprehensive information on drug testing and its role in substance use disorder treatment.

  2. FDA: Drug Testing

    Explains the FDA's role and regulations concerning drug testing for consumers.

  3. PDR.net

    Provides detailed drug information and safety updates through a mobile-friendly platform.

  4. BeSafeRx - FDA

    Resource by the FDA to help consumers identify and choose safe online pharmacies.

  5. SAMHSA: Drug Testing Resources for the Workplace

    Resources and guidelines for drug testing in the workplace.

  6. Drugs.com

    Provides drug information, side effects, and interactions for consumers and professionals.

  7. Drug Abuse Screening Test (DAST)

    Online version of the DAST to help individuals assess whether they have a drug problem.

  8. Merck Manuals

    Consumer-friendly medical resource providing comprehensive information on a wide array of health topics, including drug testing.

  9. SAMHSA Store

    Provides access to resources and publications on substance use prevention and treatment.

  10. National Association of Boards of Pharmacy (NABP)

    Information on state boards of pharmacy and regulations, including those related to drug testing.

  11. CDC: Workplace Health Promotion

    CDC's resources on substance use and drug testing in the workplace.

  12. Mayo Clinic: Drug Testing

    General information about the procedures and types of drug tests.

  13. MedlinePlus: Drug Testing

    Offers information about various drug tests and their uses in medical diagnosis and treatment.

  14. University of Rochester Medical Center Health Encyclopedia

    Provides a detailed entry on drug testing, including how tests are conducted and what they detect.

  15. World Health Organization (WHO)

    International guidelines and information on public health, including substance abuse and drug testing.

  16. Healthline: Drug Testing

    Consumer health site offering information on how drug tests work and what they look for.

  17. WebMD: Drug Testing

    Provides a patient-oriented overview of drug testing and its purposes.

  18. National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI)

    Provides a vast database of scientific studies, including research on drug testing and its effectiveness.

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Overview of Drug Testing Collection Centers

Drug testing collection centers are specialized facilities where individuals submit biological samples for drug testing. These centers play a crucial role in the drug testing process, serving industries such as transportation, healthcare, sports, and many sectors requiring workplace safety and compliance with drug-free policies. This overview details the functions, types of tests conducted, and what individuals can expect during a visit to a drug testing collection center.

Functions of Drug Testing Collection Centers

Collection centers are primarily responsible for the secure and proper collection of samples, ensuring that they are uncontaminated and accurately reflect the subject's drug use status. They adhere to strict procedures to maintain confidentiality and integrity of the testing process.

Types of Tests Conducted

  • Urine Testing: The most common form of drug testing, used to detect recent use of drugs such as marijuana, cocaine, opiates, amphetamines, and others.
  • Hair Follicle Testing: Provides a longer detection window compared to urine testing and is used to analyze drug use over a period of months.
  • Saliva Testing: Used for its non-invasive nature and ability to detect immediate drug use.
  • Blood Testing: Although less common due to its invasive nature, it is the most accurate form of drug testing.

What to Expect at a Collection Center

  1. Identification Verification: Upon arrival, individuals must present valid identification to ensure that the samples correspond to the correct person.
  2. Sample Collection: Trained professionals collect samples in a manner that minimizes the chance of tampering or contamination. This might involve measures such as securing personal belongings and direct observation during sample provision.
  3. Chain of Custody: Each sample is handled with a documented chain of custody procedure to maintain its integrity from collection to testing laboratory.

Importance of Collection Centers

Drug testing collection centers are vital for ensuring the effectiveness and reliability of the drug testing process. They provide essential services that help employers maintain a safe and productive workplace, enforce legal and regulatory requirements, and assist in rehabilitation processes. The professionalism and accuracy practiced by these centers are crucial for upholding the trust and safety standards expected in many professional environments.

Local Area Info: Norton, Ohio

In 1818, Norton Township was organized. It was originally a part of Wolf Creek Township which consisted of present-day Norton, Copley, Wadsworth, Sharon, Guilford, and Montville townships. Norton Township was surveyed by Joseph Darrow and plotted into lots half a mile square. Norton was known as Town 1, Range 12 of the Western Reserve. It was named after Birdseye Norton, one of the original owners of the township. The first two people to settle on this land, in 1810, were James Robinson and John Cahow. Robinson purchased lot 19 and Cahow lot 20. It is a matter of some dispute as to whether Robinson’s or Cahow’s house was the first one built in the township. The first marriage in the township was in the fall of 1814 between James Robinson and Lois Bates. The first tavern was built by John Cahow on his lot 20 in 1812. The first saw and grist mills were built by Thomas Johnson in 1823 (saw) and 1830 (grist). Norton Township consisted of seven small villages: Loyal Oak (Also known as Bates' Corners located at 261 & Cleveland-Massillon Rd), Western Star (Greenwich and Medina Line Roads), Sherman (Originally known as Dennison located at Hametown Rd & Sherman St), Johnson's Corners (31st St & Wooster Rd W), Norton Center (Cleveland-Massillon & Greenwich Rd & Norton Ave), Hametown (Hametown and Wooster Roads), and New Portage (Wooster Rd N & Norton Ave.). One of Norton's famous families is the Seiberling family; Frank A. and Charles W. Seiberling started the Goodyear tire and rubber company in 1898. The Seiberling farm is still in operation today on Greenwich Road at Knollbrook Drive. In 1890, Ohio Columbus Barber, Charles Baird, Albert T. Paige and John K. Robinson purchased a number of farms adjacent to New Portage. Their purchase was for the purpose of founding a new manufacturing city. This city was named Barberton after O. C. Barber. The Ohio & Erie Canal ran through the southeastern part of the township from 1827-1913. Electric trolley lines were installed from Barberton to Wadsworth through Norton in 1905. In 1958 the Norton Township Development Committee was formed. Residents believed the Township form of government, with its three Trustees, needed a more structured form of government to effectively meet the needs of a fast-growing community. After time, an issue to incorporate as a village was placed on the election ballot. Although defeated the first time, it passed in 1961, thus incorporating Norton as a village. Norton’s first Village Mayor was Richard DuFore. The General Election of November 1968, brought Norton to a City status. The former Norton Village officially assumed City status on January 11, 1969. Norton's current government consists of Mayor Mike Zita and council members: Jack Gainer, Dennis McGlone, Dan Karant, Paul Tousley, Joe Kernan, Scott Pelot, and Charlotte Whipkey.

Norton located at 41°1?31?N 81°38?38?W? / ?41.02528°N 81.64389°W? / 41.02528; -81.64389 (41.025283, -81.643786), almost entirely in Summit County, with just a small portion containing several parcels in Wayne County.

According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 20.49 square miles (53.07 km2), of which, 20.16 square miles (52.21 km2) is land and 0.33 square miles (0.85 km2) is water.

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Population (male): 6,077

Population (female): 5,936

Median Age: 43.2 years

Cost of Living: March 2019 cost of living index in Norton: 96.9 (near average, U.S. average is 100)

Poverty (overall): Percentage of residents living in poverty in 2017: 6.3%

Poverty (breakdown): (5.4% for White Non-Hispanic residents, 6.6% for Black residents, 43.6% for Hispanic or Latino residents, 100.0% for American Indian residents)

Races:
      White alone - 11,413 - 94.8%
      Hispanic - 183 - 1.5%
      Black alone - 160 - 1.3%
      Asian alone - 64 - 0.5%
      Two or more races - 62 - 0.5%
      American Indian alone - 20 - 0.2%

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