How long is the commute from Norman, OK?
Workers who live in Norman, OK take an average of 22.6 minutes to get to work (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
71.9% of workers drive alone to work.
0.6% take public transportation.
4.0% of workers walk to work.
12.0% work from home.
5.8% of households have no vehicle.
Figures last updated on .
- Average commute
- 22.6 minutes (±0.7)
- Public transportation
- 0.6%
- Work from home
- 12.0%
- Households without a car
- 5.8%
How people in Norman get to work
| Means of transportation | Norman | Cleveland County | Oklahoma | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone | 71.9% (±1.7 points) | 74.8% | 77.4% | 68.8% |
| Carpooled | 10.1% (±1.4 points) | 9.5% | 9.7% | 8.5% |
| Public transportation | 0.6% (±0.3 points) | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.2% |
| Walked | 4.0% (±0.7 points) | 2.5% | 1.8% | 2.4% |
| Other means (bicycle, taxi, motorcycle) | 1.3% (±0.3 points) | 1.4% | 1.5% | 2.0% |
| Worked from home | 12.0% (±1.2 points) | 11.4% | 9.4% | 15.1% |
In Norman, the average commute is lower than in Cleveland County (23.7 minutes).
It is not measurably different from Oklahoma (22.4 minutes).
It is lower than the national figure (26.4 minutes).
In Norman, the share commuting by public transportation is not measurably different from Cleveland County (0.3%).
It is not measurably different from Oklahoma (0.3%).
It is lower than the national figure (3.2%).
In Cleveland County, Norman ranks 6 of 6 places with a published estimate, from highest to lowest average commute.
Statewide, it ranks 336 of 578.
Rankings use the estimates alone; where margins of error overlap, neighboring ranks may not truly differ.
Cars per household in Norman
| Vehicles available | Norman | Cleveland County | Oklahoma | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle | 5.8% (±0.8 points) | 4.3% | 5.6% | 8.4% |
| 1 vehicle | 37.4% (±1.9 points) | 31.7% | 32.5% | 33.1% |
| 2 vehicles | 37.4% (±2.0 points) | 40.7% | 37.8% | 36.6% |
| 3 or more vehicles | 19.4% (±1.5 points) | 23.4% | 24.1% | 21.9% |
In Norman, the share of households without a vehicle is higher than in Cleveland County (4.3%).
It is not measurably different from Oklahoma (5.6%).
It is lower than the national figure (8.4%).
Working from home and internet access in Norman
| Norman | Cleveland County | Oklahoma | United States | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Workers working from home | 12.0% (±1.2 points) | 11.4% (±0.9 points) | 9.4% (±0.2 points) | 15.1% |
| Households with a computer | 97.0% (±1.0 points) | 97.0% (±0.5 points) | 94.9% (±0.1 points) | 95.5% |
| Households with broadband internet | 92.0% (±1.3 points) | 93.3% (±0.7 points) | 88.9% (±0.2 points) | 91.0% |
In Norman, the share of households with a broadband subscription is not measurably different from Cleveland County (93.3%).
It is also higher than in Oklahoma (88.9%).
It is not measurably different from the national figure (91.0%).
Average commute in places near Norman
| Place | Distance | Average commute | Compared with this place |
|---|---|---|---|
| Norman | — | 22.6 minutes (±0.7) | — |
| Noble | 7.4 mi | 28.8 minutes (±2.5) | Higher |
| Moore | 9.5 mi | 22.9 minutes (±1.0) | Not measurably different |
| Slaughterville | 11 mi | 30.9 minutes (±3.1) | Higher |
| Goldsby | 11 mi | 28.1 minutes (±3.8) | Higher |
| Etowah | 13 mi | 38.2 minutes (±5.1) | Higher |
| Valley Brook | 14 mi | 27.4 minutes (±6.1) | Not measurably different |
| Pink | 14 mi | 33.3 minutes (±4.4) | Higher |
| Newcastle | 14 mi | 27.5 minutes (±1.9) | Higher |
Nearby places with a measurably higher figure: Noble, OK (28.8 minutes), Slaughterville, OK (30.9 minutes), Goldsby, OK (28.1 minutes).
Distance is measured in a straight line between the Census Bureau’s internal points for each place.
Average commute across Cleveland County, place by place
| Rank | Place | Average commute |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Etowah | 38.2 minutes (±5.1) |
| 2 | Slaughterville | 30.9 minutes (±3.1) |
| 3 | Lexington | 29.5 minutes (±3.7) |
| 4 | Noble | 28.8 minutes (±2.5) |
| 5 | Moore | 22.9 minutes (±1.0) |
| 6 | Norman | 22.6 minutes (±0.7) |
Survey years: 2020–2024 (American Community Survey 5-year estimates).
Margins of error are at the 90% confidence level.
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Questions about Norman
How long is the average commute in Norman?
Workers who live in Norman, OK take an average of 22.6 minutes each way (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
Can you live in Norman without a car?
5.8% of households in Norman have no vehicle, and 0.6% of workers commute by public transportation.
How many people work from home in Norman?
12.0% (±1.2 points) of workers who live in Norman worked from home, and 92.0% of households have a broadband subscription.
Sources
- Selected Economic Characteristics (DP03), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Norman city, Oklahoma
- Selected Housing Characteristics (DP04), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Norman city, Oklahoma
- Selected Social Characteristics (DP02), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Norman city, Oklahoma
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DP03_0018E, DP03_0018M, DP03_0025E, DP03_0025M, DP03_0019PE, DP03_0019PM, DP03_0020PE, DP03_0020PM, DP03_0021PE, DP03_0021PM, DP03_0022PE, DP03_0022PM, DP03_0023PE, DP03_0023PM, DP03_0024PE, DP03_0024PM, DP04_0058PE, DP04_0058PM, DP04_0059PE, DP04_0059PM, DP04_0060PE, DP04_0060PM, DP04_0061PE, DP04_0061PM, DP02_0153PE, DP02_0153PM, DP02_0154PE, DP02_0154PM
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