Norman, OK vs Tulsa, OK
Side-by-side comparison of housing, income, commute, safety, and quality of life.
Score Snapshot
No universal winner
Scores summarize the published model. Use the objective metric differences below and your own priorities to choose.
Norman
74.5
#584 nationally
Tulsa
74
#654 nationally
Norman leads in crime level (7.1 vs 25.8). Tulsa leads in walk score (39 vs 31). Tulsa leads in average commute (18.6 min vs 22.6 min).
Metric-by-Metric Breakdown
| Metric | Norman, OK | Tulsa, OK |
|---|---|---|
| WhereAtHome Score | 74.5 (#584) | 74 (#654) |
| Population | 130,046 | 411,894 |
| Typical Home Value (ZHVI) | $265,617 | $220,759 |
| Median Household Income | $62,849 | $56,648 |
| Average Commute | 22.6 min | 18.6 min |
| Walk Score | 31 | 39 |
| Crime Level | 7.1 | 25.8 |
| School Rating | N/A | N/A |
| Cost of Living Index | 97 | 92 |
| Political lean County 2024 presidential margin — context only, not scored | R+14.9 | R+55.8 |
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74.5 Score
Norman, OK
Mid-size Oklahoma city with community character
Median Home
$265,617
Population
130,046
Crime
Moderate
Walk Score
31
Southwest
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74 Score
Tulsa, OK
Growing Oklahoma city with expanding opportunities
Median Home
$220,759
Population
411,894
Crime
Very High
Walk Score
39
Southwest
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