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70 discussions from residents and visitors

Robert R.

Moving from San Diego to Norman next month

Hey, Poverty rate is 8.4%, which is pretty low. Household incomes average around $65,060 in Norman. Crime rate is something to consider — Norman sits at 267.8 per 100K. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The weather takes some getting used to...

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Madeline L.

Raising a family in Norman — thoughts?

Curious what people think. Average temperature is around 63°F, so the weather is moderate. Any advice would be great.

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Jose Gutierrez

Moving from Dallas to Norman next month

Alright, Crime rate is something to consider — Norman sits at 267.8 per 100K. It's a a mid-size city city with about 129K people. The city has invested a lot in new development. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Is this normal for Norman?

5 replies 49 upvotes moving
Gabriel Reyes

Is Norman good for remote workers?

Hey, Am I wrong here? Thanks in advance! There's a growing tech scene which is exciting.

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Cooper Ramirez

Anyone work in healthcare in Norman?

I work in finance and With a population of 129K, Norman is a mid-size city. Average temperature is around 63°F, so the weather is moderate. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Let me know your thoughts. Thanks for reading.

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Willie T.

Rent prices in Norman getting crazy

Anyone else noticing rent going up fast in Norman? Over the last year, I feel like prices went up at least 10-15%. I'm paying $1064 for a 2BR/2BA which feels okay for the area. Are there any neighborhoods that are still affordable? Thinking about moving to a cheaper area.

14 replies 76 upvotes housing
Megan M.

Moving to Norman — what should I know?

I'm originally from St. Louis and The median home value here is around $239,300, which is actually reasonable. You can expect to pay around $1,064 for rent here. With a population of 129K, Norman is a mid-size city. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Property taxes are high but you get goo...

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Isaiah M.

Moving from Tampa to Norman next month

Hello, The unemployment rate is 3.6%, which is pretty low. Crime rate is something to consider — Norman sits at 267.8 per 100K. It's a a mid-size city city with about 129K people. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Cost of living is ...

4 replies 53 upvotes moving
Oliver B.

Norman is underrated, change my mind

We're a young couple and The unemployment rate is 3.6%, which is pretty low. Median household income is $65,060, which feels about average for the area. You can expect to pay around $1,064 for rent here. The suburbs are where most families end up. The city has invested a lot in new development. Am I...

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Cooper Ramirez

Quick question about Norman

Anyone else feel this way? You can expect to pay around $1,064 for rent here.

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Daniel Reed

Norman quality of life — am I missing something?

Hello, Median household income is $65,060, which feels about average for the area. The median home value here is around $239,300, which is actually reasonable. The unemployment rate is 3.6%, which is pretty low. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The weather takes some getting used to. I'...

3 replies 15 upvotes living
Eugene R.

Cost of living reality check — Norman

Not sure if this has been asked before, but Homes are going for about $239,300 on average. Is this normal for Norman? Appreciate any input.

1 replies 59 upvotes housing
Madeline L.

Best kept secrets of Norman, OK

Hi all, I'm single, late 40s, and Median household income is $65,060, which feels about average for the area. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Any help is appreciated. I'd say it's better for families than young singles.

2 replies 58 upvotes best-worst
Austin Patel

Moving to Norman — what should I know?

Hey folks, Been living here since 2017. Any advice would be great. The weather takes some getting used to.

1 replies 8 upvotes moving
Lillian Walker

Affordable areas near Norman?

With a population of 129K, Norman is a mid-size city. The weather takes some getting used to. Worth the trade-offs? Any help is appreciated.

6 replies 20 upvotes housing
Isaiah M.

What I wish I knew before living in Norman

Curious what people think. Military spouse here. You can expect to pay around $1,064 for rent here. Crime rate is something to consider — Norman sits at 267.8 per 100K. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Does this match your e...

5 replies 12 upvotes living
Isabelle K.

Honest thoughts on life in Norman

Longtime lurker here, Is this normal for Norman? It's not perfect, but the community is solid.

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Skylar Kim

Anyone work in healthcare in Norman?

I'm a nurse at the local hospital and Homes are going for about $239,300 on average. The median home value here is around $239,300, which is actually reasonable. Median household income is $65,060, which feels about average for the area. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Ho...

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Oliver B.

Most overrated things about Norman

Hey folks, I've been here for 5 years and Average temperature is around 63°F, so the weather is moderate. Household incomes average around $65,060 in Norman. Rent is about $1,064/month for a decent place. Crime rate is something to consider — Norman sits at 267.8 per 100K. It's a a mid-size city cit...

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Jack Hall

What's it really like living in Norman?

First post here. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Is this normal for Norman? There's a growing tech scene which is exciting.

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Sarah Nguyen

Starting a business in Norman?

Alright, Average temperature is around 63°F, so the weather is moderate. The city has invested a lot in new development. Is this normal for Norman? Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Property taxes are high but you get good services. The food scene here is surprisingly good. The weather ta...

4 replies 24 upvotes jobs
Avery Kim

How are the schools in Norman?

Hey everyone, I work in marketing and The unemployment rate is 3.6%, which is pretty low. Poverty rate is 8.4%, which is pretty low. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Any advice would be great. Property taxes are high but...

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Sarah Nguyen

Unpopular opinion about Norman

Poverty rate is 8.4%, which is pretty low. The unemployment rate is 3.6%, which is pretty low. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. There's a real sense of community in certain neigh...

9 replies 36 upvotes best-worst
Madeline L.

Career opportunities in Norman, OK

Longtime lurker here, I'm originally from Denver and Homes are going for about $239,300 on average. Poverty rate is 8.4%, which is pretty low. It's changing fast — some good, some not so much. What are your go-to spots? It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Public transit needs a lot ...

3 replies 42 upvotes jobs
Lillian Walker

Dog-friendly places in Norman?

It's a a mid-size city city with about 129K people. Crime rate is something to consider — Norman sits at 267.8 per 100K. Rent is about $1,064/month for a decent place. Average temperature is around 63°F, so the weather is moderate. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Honestly, I thi...

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Willow R.

Cost of living reality check — Norman

So, Homes are going for about $239,300 on average. With a population of 129K, Norman is a mid-size city. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Worth the trade-offs? The suburbs are where most families end up. Cost of living is defin...

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Patrick G.

Quick question about Norman

Hey, You can expect to pay around $1,064 for rent here. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. Has anyone dealt with this? It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look.

0 replies 29 upvotes qa
Robert R.

Best industries in Norman right now

Homes are going for about $239,300 on average. Median household income is $65,060, which feels about average for the area. Average temperature is around 63°F, so the weather is moderate. With a population of 129K, Norman is a mid-size city. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Cost of living...

1 replies 8 upvotes jobs
Oliver B.

Relocating to Norman, OK — pros and cons?

Average temperature is around 63°F, so the weather is moderate. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Thanks for reading.

27 replies 15 upvotes moving
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