Life in Norman

Affordable Cost of Living

Oklahoma has the third-lowest cost of living in the United States, according to MERIC's 2021 Cost of Living Index for 2021. The cost of living in Oklahoma is about 12% below the national average. Make your salary go further in Oklahoma!

Norman is a city south of downtown Oklahoma City. It is the third-largest city in Oklahoma. In 2008, CNN's Money Magazine ranked Norman as the sixth best small city within the United States in which to live. Our team calls many cities and communities home, from large cities such as Oklahoma City to smaller, rural communities.

Local Schools

Norman is home to the University of Oklahoma, the largest university in the state. The Norman Public Schools district is one of the top-performing districts in Oklahoma with a high number of National Merit Semifinalists and Finalists, U.S. Blue Ribbon Schools, Oklahoma Reward Schools and National Board Certified teachers. Both U.S. News & World Report and Newsweek magazine have named the districts' high schools among the top 5 percent nationally.

The Moore School District has been providing high quality education to students in the metropolitan area of Moore and south Oklahoma City for more than 100 years. The principles that guide this district include high student achievement, outstanding instruction, and strong community involvement.

See What Norman Has to Offer

Norman is a vibrant community that is much more than your average college town! From world-class museums to outstanding local schools to delicious restaurants, Norman has something for everyone. Check out this video from our partners at Visit Norman