Norman, NC

North Carolina

Norman is a small town in North Carolina with a population of 138. Residents earn $63,125 per year, which is 16% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
138 Population 246/sq mi density
$63,125 Median Income $22,670 per capita
$37,500 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
62°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$63,125 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$37,500 home value
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
23.2% bachelor's degree or higher
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

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/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

138
Total Population
246
People / sq mi
46.1yrs
Median Age
19% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 32.6%
Female 67.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Norman vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only80.1%
2% above US avg
Spanish19.9%
49% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Norman vs U.S. Average

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: Norman vs U.S.

Commute Mode

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

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate26.7%
115% above US avg
Establishments (County)928
County GDP$2,619M

Business (County)

Restaurants73
Healthcare99
Retail174
Manufacturing37

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,861
18% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate7.63%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Norman is $37,500, 87% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

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

Owner-Occupied32.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,861
18% below US avg
Effective Rate7.63%
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

Obesity41.1%
28% above US avg
Diabetes12.7%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure35.4%
Asthma11.7%
COPD7.2%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking13.8%
Physical Inactivity29.0%
Depression25.4%
Mental Distress18.5%
Physical Distress14.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate83.8%
Checkup Rate78.9%
Premature Death17,666/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.3/10
Exercise Access33.3%
Healthcare Facilities99

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

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 Average61.5°F
14% above US avg
January Average42°F (6°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.1 inches
27% above US avg
Snowfall3.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation622 ft (190 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density246/sq mi
Coordinates35.1698°N, 79.7232°W
County FIPS37153
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 23.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (31% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 20.9-point margin. 31.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 60.1%
D 39.2%

Winner: Republican by 20.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+23.2%
31% below US avg
High School+89.0%
School Test Score5.46
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density246/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access31.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities99
Restaurants73
Retail Stores174

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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