What are the schools like in Norman, AR?

Norman is served primarily by CADDO HILLS SCHOOL DISTRICT. The district operates 1 elementary schools, several middle schools, and 1 high schools with a student-to-teacher ratio of 11.4:1.

What is the median household income in Norman?

The median household income in Norman, AR is $70,250 according to the most recent US Census American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The unemployment rate is 4.1%.

What is the weather like in Norman, AR?

Norman has an average high temperature of 50.2°F in January and 89.7°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 59.2 inches and annual snowfall averages 2.6 inches.

Norman, AR Cost of Living, Crime & Is It a Good Place to Live? (2026)

Q: Is Norman, AR affordable or expensive?

Norman's cost of living index is 85, where 100 represents the national average. This means Norman is 15% less expensive than the average US city. The median home value is $83,900 and the median rent is $663 per month.

Q: What is the crime rate in Norman, AR?

Crime rate data for Norman is not currently available from the FBI's reported data.

Is Norman, AR a Good Place to Live?

Norman is a small town of 379 in Arkansas, with a median household income of $70,250 and a 4.1% unemployment rate. Its cost of living index is 85 (US average = 100), which is 15% below the national average.

Strengths: Norman stands out for an affordable cost of living, below-average home prices, solid school ratings (B).

Trade-offs: Potential downsides include longer commutes. Whether Norman is right for you depends on your priorities — the full breakdown is below.

All Norman city data on this page comes from official government sources — the US Census Bureau, FBI, NCES, BEA, and NOAA — updated annually.

Cost of Living

Index: 84.8

Norman's overall cost of living index is 84.8, where 100 represents the US national average. Living in Norman costs roughly 15% less than the average American city.

Metric	Norman, AR	National Avg
Median Home Value	$83,900	$244,900
Median Monthly Rent	$663	$1,163
Homeownership Rate	77.6%	65.9%
Median Household Income	$70,250	$74,755

Crime & Safety

Crime data for Norman is not currently available from the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting program. Not all local agencies report to the UCR each year.

Schools & Education

Norman is served primarily by CADDO HILLS SCHOOL DISTRICT. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.4:1 (better than the national average of ~16:1).

Metric	Norman, AR	National Avg
School District	CADDO HILLS SCHOOL DISTRICT	—
Elementary Schools	1	—
Middle Schools	N/A	—
High Schools	1	—
Student/Teacher Ratio	11.4:1	16:1
Bachelor's Degree or Higher	11.9%	35.4%
High School Diploma or Higher	81.0%	91.1%

Weather & Climate

Norman sees average highs of 50.2°F in January and 89.7°F in July, with 59.2 inches of annual precipitation and 2.6 inches of snow per year.

Metric	Norman, AR
Average High — January	50.2°F
Average High — July	89.7°F
Annual Precipitation	59.2"
Annual Snowfall	2.6"

Demographics

Metric	Norman, AR	National Avg
Population	379	—
Median Age	44.1	38.9
Unemployment Rate	4.1%	3.7%
Avg Commute Time	30.1 min	26 min
White (non-Hispanic)	96.0%	59.3%
Black or African American	0.0%	13.6%
Hispanic or Latino	0.0%	18.9%
Asian	0.0%	6.3%
Under 18	23.0%	22.2%
65 and over	19.8%	16.8%

Nearby Cities

Black Springs, AR 2 mi Caddo Gap, AR 5 mi Mount Ida, AR 7 mi Pencil Bluff, AR 12 mi Glenwood, AR 12 mi

ZIP Codes in Norman

Norman, AR is covered by 1 ZIP code:

71960

Norman vs Other Cities

Norman, AR vs Black Springs, AR Norman, AR vs Caddo Gap, AR Norman, AR vs Mount Ida, AR Norman, AR vs Pencil Bluff, AR Norman, AR vs Glenwood, AR

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Norman, AR affordable or expensive?

Norman's cost of living index is 85, where 100 is the national average. That makes Norman roughly 15% less expensive than a typical US city — a meaningful affordability advantage. The median home price is $83,900 and median rent is $663/month.

What is the crime rate in Norman, AR?

Crime data for Norman is not available in the current FBI UCR reporting year. Not all jurisdictions submit data annually.

What are the schools like in Norman?

Public schools in Norman are operated by CADDO HILLS SCHOOL DISTRICT. The district has 1 elementary, several middle, and 1 high schools. The student-to-teacher ratio is 11.4:1. 11.9% of adults 25+ hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Is Norman, AR a good place to live?

Norman, AR has a population of 379, a median household income of $70,250, and an unemployment rate of 4.1%. It offers below-average costs of living, which stretches take-home pay further than in most American cities. Whether it's right for you depends on your priorities — use the compare tool above to stack it against another city you're considering.

What is the weather like in Norman?

Norman averages 50.2°F in January and 89.7°F in July. Annual rainfall is 59.2 inches with about 2.6 inches of snow per year. Based on NOAA 30-year climate normals (1991–2020).

What ZIP codes are in Norman?

Norman, AR is covered by 1 ZIP code: 71960.

What is the population of Norman?

The population of Norman, Arkansas is 379 with a median age of 44.1. Source: US Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.

What are the pros and cons of living in Norman?

Key numbers for living in Norman: cost of living index 85 (100 = US average), median home $83,900, median household income $70,250, schools rated B. Whether these are benefits or drawbacks depends on where you're coming from — compare Norman side by side with your current city to see the trade-offs.