Norman

On the northeast side of Norman, Franklin-Denver overlooks Lake Thunderbird.
Residents enjoy the music during the 2nd Friday Norman Art Walk.
Victorian-era houses are large and rich in area history.
University of Oklahoma students show off their skateboarding skills.

Norman, OK Area Guide

Avg Rent

$909

Population

134,642

Renter Mix

48% Rent

This college town is one of a kind

College Town Lake Community

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.

University of Oklahoma students show off their skateboarding skills.

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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Median Age

34 Years

Largest Age Group

20-29 Years

Approximately 22% of Residents

Under 20

22%

Over 65

15%

Housing Distribution

Norman has more homeowners than renters.

Renters
48%
Non-Renters
52%

Education Distribution

Review this city's overall education levels.

Bachelor's or Higher
30%
Other Education
70%

Rent Trends

As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Norman, OK is $789 for a studio, $909 for one bedroom, $1,075 for two bedrooms, and $1,241 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Norman has increased by 0.2% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$909/month
664 Sq Ft
House
$1,742/month
1,297 Sq Ft
Townhome
$2,044/month
1,278 Sq Ft
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Cost of Living

The cost of living in Norman, OK is 7.0% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Norman is 14.2% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $789 - $1,241. You can expect to pay 1.0% more for groceries, 7.5% less for utilities, and 14.0% less for transportation.

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Getting Around

Not Walkable

Walkability

10 / 100

Exceptionally Drivable

Drivability

100 / 100

Somewhat Bikeable

Bikeability

20 / 100

Schools

Roosevelt Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

666 Students

McKinley Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

383 Students

Truman Elementary School

Public

Grades K-5

333 Students

Lakeview Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

224 Students

Eisenhower Elementary School

Public

Grades PK-5

604 Students

Robin Hill Public School

Public

Grades PK-8

352 Students

Whittier Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

1,016 Students

Alcott Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

713 Students

Little Axe Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

256 Students

Irving Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

788 Students

Norman North High School

Public

Grades 9-12

2,401 Students

Norman High School

Public

Grades 9-12

2,137 Students

Little Axe High School

Public

Grades 9-12

331 Students

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History

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If you are looking to explore and learn, the Sam Noble Museum of Natural History is a fascinating world of discovery. The museum houses permanent galleries covering everything from the people of Oklahoma to the creatures of the Paleozoic Era. One favorite that visitors love to explore is the dinosaur exhibit, which includes full-sized fossilized skeletons from dinosaurs found in Oklahoma. The museum also hosts acclaimed traveling exhibits as well. The University of Oklahoma’s Fred Jones Jr. Museum of Art is home to a dazzling display of works ranging from Native American painting and sculpture to the Weitzenhoffer Collection of French Impressionism to 20th century American art to 16th century Asian art. The museum rotates the works displayed in the permanent collection, so each visit to the museum is unique. It also offers gallery talks, lectures, films, concerts, and other events.

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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 February 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.