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Norman, Oklahoma Population 2026

Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates

The population of Norman, Oklahoma is 128,714 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 3rd-largest city in Oklahoma. The median household income is $65,060, the median home value is $239,300, and the median age is 31.6.

The population has grown 17.6% since 2010 (111,402 → 131,010).

128,714

Population

720

People / sq mi

$65,060

Median Income

$239,300

Median Home Value

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Norman covers 178.7 sq mi of land at 720 people per square mile.

About Norman, OK

What distinguishes Norman is density: among the most sparsely settled of US cities, around 720 people per square mile. Norman is a city in Oklahoma with a population of 128,714. It is the #3-largest of all cities in Oklahoma nationally.

Median household income is $65,060, below the US median of $78,538. The poverty rate is 8.4%, below the national 12.4%. Median home value is $239,300, with typical rent around $1,064.

Educational attainment is on the higher side for US cities — 46.2% of adults hold a four-year degree, above the national 35.0%. Remote work is below the national 14.0% at 10.1%, and the average commute runs about 22 minutes each way.

Norman city Population History (2010-2024)

The city of Norman city had a population of 111,402 in 2010 and 131,010 in 2024, a 17.6% growth over 14 years. The peak was 131,010 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 1.17%.

2024 · 131K20102024
Norman city population, 2010–2024 · Source: U.S. Census Bureau — decennial census & Population Estimates

131,010

Population (2024)

111,402

Population (2010)

131,010

Peak (2024)

1.17%

Avg Annual Growth

YearPopulation
2010111,402
2011113,882
2012115,600
2013118,695
2014118,228
2015120,239
2016121,974
2017123,390
2018123,844
2019124,880
2020128,179
2021129,099
2022129,779
2023130,349
2024131,010

Race & Ethnicity

White73.1%
Black or African American5.0%
Asian0.0%
Hispanic or Latino (any race)9.1%
Two or More Races0.3%

Economy & Income

$65,060

Median Household Income

$37,897

Per Capita Income

8.4%

Poverty Rate

3.6%

Unemployment Rate

Housing

$239,300

Median Home Value

$1,064

Median Rent

52.7%

Owner-Occupied

Education

94.0%

High School+

46.2%

Bachelor's+

Commute

0.5%

Drive Alone

73.4%

Public Transit

10.1%

Work From Home

22.2 min

Avg Commute

Community Profile

37.4%

Foreign Born

88.8%

Non-English at Home

7.0%

Veterans

14.4%

With Disability

90.1%

Health Insurance

96.6%

Internet Access

Employment by Industry

Professional, Scientific & Management29.2%
Education, Health Care & Social Services12.5%
Finance, Insurance & Real Estate10.3%
Public Administration6.2%
Manufacturing5.8%
Construction5.6%
Information5.2%
Retail Trade4.3%
Arts, Entertainment & Food Services4.3%
Transportation & Warehousing1.8%
Agriculture & Mining1.5%

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Frequently Asked Questions

Norman, Oklahoma has a population of 128,714 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 3rd-largest city in Oklahoma.

The median household income in Norman, Oklahoma is $65,060, with 8.4% of residents living below the federal poverty level.

The median home value in Norman, Oklahoma is $239,300, with median monthly rent at $1,064 and a homeownership rate of 52.7%.

The median age in Norman, Oklahoma is 31.6 years. The population is 49.7% male and 50.3% female.

The population has grown 17.6% since 2010 (111,402 → 131,010).


Norman city, OK Climate

Norman city, OK has an average annual temperature of 15.8°C (60°F) and receives about 918 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.

15.8°C

Avg Temp

918

Precip (mm/yr)

Jul

Hottest Month

Jan

Coldest Month

-10°0°10°20°30°40°135mmJFMAMJJASOND
Avg temp (°C) Precipitation (mm)
Norman city, OK — monthly temperature & precipitation (1970–2000 normals) · Source: WorldClim 2.1
MonthAvg (°C/°F)Precip
January3° / 37°34 mm
February6° / 43°46 mm
March11° / 51°75 mm
April16° / 61°82 mm
May21° / 69°135 mm
June25° / 77°107 mm
July28° / 82°67 mm
August27° / 81°66 mm
September23° / 73°107 mm
October17° / 62°91 mm
November10° / 49°65 mm
December5° / 41°43 mm

1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.

Best time to visit Norman city, OK

The most comfortable months to visit Norman city, OK are typically September, May and October, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 34°C high). The coldest is January (near -3°C low). May is usually the wettest month.

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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.