Median Income
$63,125
16% lower than US avg
Home Value
$37,500
87% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
23.2%
31% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
41.1%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
26.7%
115% higher than US avg
How Norman Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population138
Median Age46.1 yrs
Density246/mi²
Male / Female33% / 67%
Largest GroupWhite 73%
Veterans97.0%
Economy
B
Median Income$63,125
Per Capita$22,670
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty26.7%
County GDP$2,619M
Commute28 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$37,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity41.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.4%
Heart Disease6.2%
Climate
Avg Temp62°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain48.1 in/yr
Elevation622 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+23.2%
High School+89.0%
School Score5.46
Community
2024 VoteR 60% / D 39%
Commute28 min
Broadband31.0%
Libraries3
Is Norman a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Norman receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Norman offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Norman is $63,125, 16% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 26.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Norman is $37,500, 87% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 0.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
23.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.
Climate & Weather
Norman enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 62°F. Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Norman has a population of 138 with a density of 246 people per square mile. The median age is 46.1 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (73.2%), with 12.3% Black.
Population
46.1yrs
Median Age
19% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 80.1% |
| 2% above US avg |
| Spanish | 19.9% |
| 49% above US avg |
The median household income in Norman is $63,125, which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 26.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $63,125 |
| 16% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $22,670 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $900 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $48,930 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 26.7% |
| 115% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 928 |
| County GDP | $2,619M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 73 |
| Healthcare | 99 |
| Retail | 174 |
| Manufacturing | 37 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,861 |
| 18% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 7.63% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 28.0 min |
| Drive Alone | 100.0% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Norman is $37,500, 87% below the national average.
Home Values
| Census Median | $37,500 |
| 87% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $932 |
| 1 Bedroom | $981 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,161 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,499 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,780 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,861 |
| 18% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 7.63% |
In Norman, 41.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.4% report depression. 29.0% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Norman vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 41.1% |
| 28% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 12.7% |
| Heart Disease | 6.2% |
| High Blood Pressure | 35.4% |
| Asthma | 11.7% |
| COPD | 7.2% |
| Stroke | 3.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 13.8% |
| Physical Inactivity | 29.0% |
| Depression | 25.4% |
| Mental Distress | 18.5% |
| Physical Distress | 14.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 83.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 78.9% |
| Premature Death | 17,666/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 6.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 33.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 99 |
Crime Rates: Norman vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 14 |
Safety Score
Norman has an average annual temperature of 62°F (16°C). Winters average 42°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Temperature
42°F Jan (6°C)
80°F Jul (27°C)
| Annual Average | 61.5°F |
| 14% above US avg |
| January Average | 42°F (6°C) |
| July Average | 80°F (27°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 48.1 inches |
| 27% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 3.3 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 622 ft (190 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 246/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 35.1698°N, 79.7232°W |
| County FIPS | 37153 |