Norman, NE

Nebraska

Norman is a small town in Nebraska with a population of 41. Residents earn $57,500 per year, which is 23% below the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
41 Population 456/sq mi density
$57,500 Median Income $52,080 per capita
$84,000 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$57,500 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$84,000 home value
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
24.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $57,500
23% lower than US avg
Home Value $84,000
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.1%
28% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population41
Median Age47.5 yrs
Density456/mi²
Male / Female61% / 39%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans41.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$57,500
Per Capita$52,080
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$618M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$84,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain26.5 in/yr
Elevation2,080 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.1%
High School+89.7%
School Score5.81

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 20%
Commute27 min
Broadband28.0%
Libraries2

Is Norman a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Norman receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Norman stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Norman is $57,500, 23% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Norman is $84,000, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

24.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.

Climate & Weather

Norman experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 26.5 inches, including 18.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Norman has a population of 41 with a density of 456 people per square mile. The median age is 47.5 years, 22% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

41
Total Population
456
People / sq mi
47.5yrs
Median Age
22% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 61%
Female 39%

Race & Ethnicity

Norman vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Norman vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Norman is $57,500, which is 23% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Norman vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$57,500
23% below US avg
Per Capita Income$52,080
Avg Weekly Wage$939
IRS Avg AGI$93,481

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)208
County GDP$618M

Business (County)

Restaurants7
Healthcare12
Retail18
Manufacturing9

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,050
44% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate6.01%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.1 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Norman is $84,000, 70% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$84,000
70% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$706
1 Bedroom$791
2 Bedrooms$1,001
3 Bedrooms$1,274
4 Bedrooms$1,409

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied92.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,050
44% above US avg
Effective Rate6.01%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.1%
Premature Death6,258/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access61.2%
Healthcare Facilities12

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Safety Score

Norman has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 26.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average51.2°F
5% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall26.5 inches
30% below US avg
Snowfall18.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median32.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation2,080 ft (634 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.2 km²)
Population Density456/sq mi
Coordinates40.4792°N, 98.7921°W
County FIPS31099
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 24.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (28% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 58.1-point margin. 28.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.5%
D 20.4%

Winner: Republican by 58.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.1%
28% below US avg
High School+89.7%
School Test Score5.81
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density456/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access28.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities12
Restaurants7
Retail Stores18

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.1 min
Work from Home0.0%

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