Where is Norman, Oklahoma, USA?

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Where is Norman Located? - Norman is a city located in the Cleveland County of Oklahoma, United States. Norman lies between 35.7846006 Degrees North latitudes and 80.8883291 Degrees West longitudes.

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Where is Norman, Oklahoma

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Where is Norman Located?

Norman is a city located in the Cleveland County of Oklahoma, United States. Norman lies between 35.7846006 Degrees North latitudes and 80.8883291 Degrees West longitudes. According to 2020 U.S.census, the population of Norman city is 128026 people and the city has a total area of 178.83 sq mi. The city has numerous parks and recreational facilities.

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Norman, Oklahoma Quick Facts

AttributeInformation
CityNorman
CountyCleveland County
StateOklahoma
State CapitalOklahoma City
US RegionSouth (West South Central)
Latitude35.2226° N
Longitude97.4395° W
Elevation1,171 ft (357 m)
Land Area178.71 sq mi
Water Area0.93 sq mi
Total Area179.64 sq mi
Population (2020 Census)128,026
Population DensityApproximately 716 per sq mi
ZIP Codes73019, 73026, 73069, 73070, 73071, 73072
Area Code405
Time Zone StandardCentral Standard Time (CST, UTC−6)
Time Zone DaylightCentral Daylight Time (CDT, UTC−5)
CurrencyUnited States Dollar (USD)
FIPS Code40-52500
Congressional DistrictOklahoma's 4th Congressional District

Transportation and Connectivity in Norman

CategoryInformation
Airport NameWill Rogers World Airport
IATA CodeOKC
Nearest General Aviation AirportMax Westheimer Airport
Major HighwaysInterstate 35, U.S. Highway 77, State Highway 9
Rail ServiceFreight rail service available
Public TransitEMBARK regional transit connections
Regional ConnectionsOklahoma City metropolitan area access
  • Norman is located in central Oklahoma, south of Oklahoma City, and is part of the Oklahoma City metropolitan area.
  • Interstate 35 provides a major north–south transportation route connecting Norman with Oklahoma City and Texas.
  • U.S. Highway 77 and State Highway 9 provide additional regional access.
  • Will Rogers World Airport provides commercial air service for the region.

Top Places to Visit in Norman, Oklahoma

Landmark NameType
University of Oklahoma CampusUniversity Landmark
Sam Noble Oklahoma Museum of Natural HistoryMuseum
Fred Jones Jr. Museum of ArtArt Museum
National Weather CenterScience Facility
Lake Thunderbird State ParkState Park
Riverwind CasinoEntertainment Venue
Little River State ParkOutdoor Recreation Area
Andrews ParkCommunity Park
James Garner Statue and Downtown NormanCultural Attraction
Lake ThunderbirdLake Recreation Area

Driving Distances from Norman, Oklahoma to Nearby Cities

CityStateDistance (mi)Approx. Drive Time
Oklahoma CityOklahoma2025 minutes
MooreOklahoma1220 minutes
EdmondOklahoma4550 minutes
ShawneeOklahoma4550 minutes
StillwaterOklahoma751 hour 20 minutes
LawtonOklahoma901 hour 30 minutes
TulsaOklahoma1202 hours
WichitaKansas1702 hours 45 minutes
DallasTexas1803 hours
AmarilloTexas3004 hours 30 minutes

Colleges and Universities Near Norman, Oklahoma

Institution NameTypeLevelNotable For
University of OklahomaPublicUniversityResearch, meteorology, engineering, business, law, and athletics
Moore Norman Technology CenterPublicCareer and Technical SchoolWorkforce training, technology, healthcare, and skilled trades
Rose State CollegePublicCommunity CollegeAssociate degrees, aviation, technology, and career programs
Oklahoma City Community CollegePublicCommunity CollegeTransfer education, business, healthcare, and workforce programs
Oklahoma City UniversityPrivateUniversityLaw, performing arts, business, and liberal arts

Waterbodies Near Norman, Oklahoma

Lake Thunderbird, Canadian River, Little River, Bishop Creek, and nearby waterways of Cleveland County.

Stadiums and Sports Facilities in Norman

Gaylord Family Oklahoma Memorial Stadium, Lloyd Noble Center, Headington Hall athletic facilities, University of Oklahoma sports complexes, and Norman recreation facilities.

Norman, Oklahoma — Key Historical Facts

  • Norman was founded in 1889 during the Land Run of 1889, when settlers claimed lands in central Oklahoma.
  • The city was named after Abner Norman, a surveyor who worked in the area before settlement.
  • Norman became the home of the University of Oklahoma, established in 1890, which has played a major role in the city's growth.
  • The city developed as an educational, cultural, and scientific center in central Oklahoma.
  • Norman became internationally recognized for weather research, including the National Weather Center and severe weather studies.
  • Today, Norman is known for its university community, museums, research facilities, sports programs, parks, and connection to the Oklahoma City metropolitan area.

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