Norge, OK

Oklahoma

Norge is a small town in Oklahoma with a population of 152. Residents earn $48,712 per year, which is 35% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
152 Population 475/sq mi density
$48,712 Median Income $22,928 per capita
$48,200 Home Value
$1,125 Median Rent
60°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$48,712 median income, 1.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$48,200 home value, $1,125/mo rent
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
5.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $48,712
35% lower than US avg
Home Value $48,200
83% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.9%
82% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,125
3% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.8%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.2%
50% lower than US avg

How Norge Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population152
Median Age59.0 yrs
Density475/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 61%

Economy

B+
Median Income$48,712
Per Capita$22,928
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty6.2%
County GDP$2,927M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$48,200
Rent$1,125
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.2%
Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp60°F
AQI45 (Good)
Rain34.0 in/yr
Elevation1,264 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.9%
High School+79.7%
School Score5.08

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 17%
Commute20 min
Broadband69.0%
Libraries3

Is Norge a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Norge receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Norge offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Norge is $48,712, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. Only 6.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Norge is $48,200, 83% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,125 per month. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.1/10.

Climate & Weather

Norge enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 60°F. Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 34.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Norge has a population of 152 with a density of 475 people per square mile. The median age is 59.0 years, 52% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (60.5%), with 13.8% Hispanic.

Population

152
Total Population
475
People / sq mi
59.0yrs
Median Age
52% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40.8%
Female 59.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Norge vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only73.4%
6% below US avg
Spanish26.6%
99% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Norge vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Norge is $48,712, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Norge vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,712
35% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,928
Avg Weekly Wage$1,015
IRS Avg AGI$67,155

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.2%
50% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,198
County GDP$2,927M

Business (County)

Restaurants77
Healthcare133
Retail187
Manufacturing47

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,919
17% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.06%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.0 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Norge is $48,200, 83% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,125 (3% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$48,200
83% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,125
3% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$744
1 Bedroom$791
2 Bedrooms$995
3 Bedrooms$1,297
4 Bedrooms$1,501

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied94.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,919
17% below US avg
Effective Rate6.06%
In Norge, 39.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.2% report depression. 31.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Norge vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.8%
24% above US avg
Diabetes11.5%
Heart Disease6.9%
High Blood Pressure36.9%
Asthma11.7%
COPD7.9%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.5%
Physical Inactivity31.4%
Depression25.2%
Mental Distress19.8%
Physical Distress14.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.6%
Checkup Rate75.5%
Premature Death10,562/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.8/10
Exercise Access69.0%
Healthcare Facilities133

Crime Rates: Norge vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Safety Score

Norge has an average annual temperature of 60°F (16°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 82°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 45.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 82°F Jul (28°C)
Annual Average60.3°F
12% above US avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average82°F (28°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall34.0 inches
10% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median45.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,264 ft (385 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density475/sq mi
Coordinates34.9888°N, 97.9940°W
County FIPS40137
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 5.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (82% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 63.7-point margin. 69.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.1%
D 17.4%

Winner: Republican by 63.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.9%
82% below US avg
High School+79.7%
School Test Score5.08
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density475/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access69.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities133
Restaurants77
Retail Stores187

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.0 min
Work from Home0.0%

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