Median Age
34 Years
Largest Age Group
20-29 Years
Approximately 22% of Residents
Under 20
22%
Over 65
15%
Norman, OK Area Guide
Avg Rent
$927
Population
134,642
Renter Mix
48% Rent
This college town is one of a kind
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Living in Norman, Oklahoma combines small-city comfort with the energy of a college town. As home to the University of Oklahoma, Norman's population of 134,642 enjoys a rich academic atmosphere and strong community spirit. The Campus Corner area near the university features local shops and eateries, while the Miller Historic District showcases preserved bungalows and American Craftsman architecture.
Norman's 55 neighborhood parks and Tree City USA designation highlight the city's commitment to outdoor spaces. Each spring, Reaves Park hosts the Medieval Fair, a celebrated local tradition. The Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art houses an impressive collection of French Impressionist works. The presence of the National Weather Center establishes Norman as a center for meteorological study. The walkable downtown area, along with the Cleveland Area Rapid Transit system, connects residents to local businesses and the university campus.
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Victorian-era houses are large and rich in area history.
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Demographics
Median Household Income
$59,210
Average: $81,306
Education
47,579
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
70,165
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Norman has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
48%
Non-Renters
52%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
30%
Other Education
70%
Rent Trends
As of July 2026, the average apartment rent in Norman, OK is $810 for a studio, $928 for one bedroom, $1,094 for two bedrooms, and $1,304 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Norman has increased by 1.3% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$928/month
664 Sq Ft
House
$1,747/month
1,368 Sq Ft
Condo
$1,036/month
1,070 Sq Ft
Townhome
$1,626/month
1,364 Sq Ft
Cost of Living
The cost of living in Norman, OK is 6.9% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Norman is 14.2% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $810 - $1,304. You can expect to pay 1.0% more for groceries, 7.3% less for utilities, and 14.0% less for transportation.
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Getting Around
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Not Walkable
Walkability
10
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Bikeability
20
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades PK-5
460 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
362 Students
Public
Grades K-5
302 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
206 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
589 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
1,164 Students
Public
Grades PK-8
384 Students
Public
Grades PK-8
1,785 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
664 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
734 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
2,411 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,975 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
330 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Sam Noble Oklahoma Museum of Natural History
- Lake Thunderbird State Park
- Museum of Osteology
Commuter Rail
Airports
- Will Rogers World
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in June 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.