Studio Apartment Rent in Norman, OK
Median asking rent for a studio apartment in Norman, Oklahoma as of July 2026. That's +36% lower than the citywide median of $1,383 and +31% below the national studio median of $1,290.
Income needed for a studio in Norman
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income guideline (the threshold above which households are considered rent-burdened), here's what you need to earn to comfortably afford a studio at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Norman
Compare Norman's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a studio in Oklahoma
Most expensive cities for a studio in Oklahoma
| # | City | Studio rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Piedmont | $1,250 |
| 2 | Jenks | $1,230 |
| 3 | Edmond | $1,170 |
| 4 | Glenpool | $1,090 |
| 5 | Broken Arrow | $1,060 |
| 6 | Bixby | $1,060 |
| 7 | Collinsville | $1,050 |
| 8 | Mustang | $1,040 |
| 9 | Yukon | $1,030 |
| 10 | Owasso | $1,030 |
| 11 | Oklahoma City | $937 |
| 12 | Noble | $930 |
| 13 | Moore | $930 |
| 14 | Tulsa | $909 |
| 15 | Norman (this page) | $890 |
Nearby cities — studio rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 5 of these cities have cheaper studio rents than Norman.
| City | Distance | Studio rent | vs Norman |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moore, OK | 7 mi | $930 | +$40 (+4%) |
| Newcastle, OK | 10.6 mi | $770 | $-120 (-13%) |
| Noble, OK | 13.2 mi | $930 | +$40 (+4%) |
| Del City, OK | 14.5 mi | $770 | $-120 (-13%) |
| Midwest City, OK | 16.8 mi | $875 | $-15 (-2%) |
| Oklahoma City, OK | 18.8 mi | $937 | +$47 (+5%) |
| Mustang, OK | 22 mi | $1,040 | +$150 (+17%) |
| Warr Acres, OK | 22.5 mi | $820 | $-70 (-8%) |
| Bethany, OK | 23.4 mi | $880 | $-10 (-1%) |
| Edmond, OK | 29.9 mi | $1,170 | +$280 (+31%) |
| Yukon, OK | 30.2 mi | $1,030 | +$140 (+16%) |
| Shawnee, OK | 36.3 mi | $660 | $-230 (-26%) |
Studio rent in Norman — common questions
How much is a studio apartment in Norman?
As of July 2026, the median studio apartment rent in Norman, Oklahoma is $890 per month. This is +36% below the citywide median of $1,383.
What income do you need to afford a studio in Norman?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $35,600 ($2,967/month gross), which works out to roughly $17.12/hour at a full-time job.
Is Norman expensive for a studio compared to the rest of the US?
Norman's studio median of $890 is +31% below the national studio median of $1,290. It ranks in the 18th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Norman rank for studio rent in Oklahoma?
Among the 37 cities in Oklahoma with studio data, Norman ranks #23 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper studio options near Norman?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper studio rents include Newcastle ($770), Del City ($770), Midwest City ($875).