Career Colleges in Norwood, OH: Courses, Degrees and Programs in Alameda County

Norwood, Ohio is a suburb of Cincinnati, located just a few miles north of the Ohio River at the intersection of highways 71 and 74 in Hamilton County. Norwood is ideally located for commuters, and residents enjoy the benefits of living close to Cincinnati. In 2000, the median household income in Norwood was $32,223, with the median house value an affordable $86,500.

Norwood boasts progressive programs like the Hamilton County Home Improvement program, which provides loans to homeowners below the market rate. There are also programs that help support new and local businesses. Students living in the Norwood area have a choice of colleges and career training schools nearby.

Because of its central location, Norwood has been a hub for commerce and industry since its founding in 1888. Norwood's business and manufacturing services are within 10 miles of greater Cincinnati, making it a stable, yet expanding, marketplace. The Institute for Advanced Manufacturing Sciences is one mile from Norwood, placing it at the heart of technical innovation.

Norwood's largest employers include:

• Cincinnati Bell
• The United States Playing Card Company
• Siemens Energy & Automation
• United Dairy Farmers
• Zumbiel Packaging
• EM Industries

Along with this strong economic base, there have been several retail development projects in Norwood, including Central Parke, an office and business complex, Rookwood Pavilion, an upscale retail center, and the Hamilton County Business Center. These new developments have created 4,000 new jobs and revenue of about $200 million. Norwood's economy will continue to expand upon this thriving industry.

Sources:

• City Data, Norwood, OH
• City of Norwood