Population303,973 (2025 est.)
A University City Between Prairie And Woodlands
Cleveland County, OklahomaNorman anchors Cleveland County, with Moore and the Lexington area adding other community perspectives. The eastern Cross Timbers and prairie landscape provide geographic context, while the University of Oklahoma gives the county a prominent educational identity alongside its territorial-era beginnings. The U.S. Census Bureau estimated 303,973 residents in Cleveland County, Oklahoma, on July 1, 2025. The county has approximately 539 square miles of land, according to the 2020 Census Gazetteer.
Cleveland County at a Glance
Population303,973 (2025 est.)
County SeatNorman
Largest CityNorman
Established1890 (organized; NACo County Explorer)
ZIP CodesSee postal resources
Total Area, Including Water558 sq mi (total)
Major RoutesSee transportation resources
Area CodesVaries by community
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Cleveland County was organized in 1890 after the 1889 land run and named for Grover Cleveland. Norman secured the territorial university, establishing a lasting educational role. The county's history also records earlier trade near Lexington and travel associated with Jesse Chisholm, showing that county organization was only one layer of local history. Education, trade and territorial administration belong to different periods but meet in the county's community histories. The university connection is especially useful when distinguishing Norman's role from those of neighboring towns.
Use Norman's university connection as one starting point, then explore a separate community history in Moore or Lexington. The contrast between Cross Timbers and prairie adds a landscape theme that complements the county's civic and educational story. A campus-focused visit and a smaller-town outing need not follow the same theme. Local interpretation can help connect them while preserving the differences in how each community developed.
What Shapes Us
Local Character
The eastern Cross Timbers and prairie landscape provide geographic context, while the University of Oklahoma gives the county a prominent educational identity alongside its territorial-era beginnings.
Community History
Cleveland County was organized in 1890 after the 1889 land run and named for Grover Cleveland. Norman secured the territorial university, establishing a lasting educational role.
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The contrast between Cross Timbers and prairie adds a landscape theme that complements the county's civic and educational story. A campus-focused visit and a smaller-town outing need not follow the same theme.
Discover the local connections between learning, landscape and community.
A Closer Look
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Government
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Schools
Public school contacts
Selected local schools from the NCES 2024-2025 directory. Contact the school or district to confirm enrollment, attendance boundaries and current services; this is not a complete school list.
Le Monde Es – Elementary; grades PK-08. 1123 East Main Street, Norman, OK 73071. 405-701-2125.
Lexington Es – Elementary; grades PK-05. 420 Northeast Fifth Street, Lexington, OK 73051. 405-527-7236.
Little Axe Es – Elementary; grades PK-05. 2000 168th Avenue Northeast, Norman, OK 73026. 405-447-0913.
Schwartz Es – Elementary; grades PK-05. 12001 SE 104th Street, Oklahoma City, OK 73165. 405-794-4703.
Apple Creek Es – Elementary; grades PK-06. 1101 Southeast 14th Street, Moore, OK 73160. 405-735-4100.
John K Hubbard Es – Elementary; grades 01-03. 1104 Maguire Road, Noble, OK 73068. 405-872-9201.
Adams Es – Elementary; grades PK-05. 817 Denison Drive, Norman, OK 73069. 405-366-5972.
Hospitals
Local hospital contacts
Facility contacts from the CMS Hospital General Information directory, updated July 22, 2026. Contact the facility directly to confirm current services and appointment arrangements.
Norman Regional – Acute Care Hospitals. 3300 Healthplex Pkwy, Norman, OK 73072. 405-307-1050.
Behavioral Health Center At Porter Health Village – Psychiatric. 506 Wellness Way, Norman, OK 73071. 405-754-1309.
Griffin Memorial Hospital – Psychiatric. 900 East Main Street, Norman, OK 73070. 405-321-4880.
J D Mccarty Center For Children – Childrens. 2002 East Robinson, Norman, OK 73071. 405-307-2800.
Public Safety
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Emergency Services
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Parks & Public Lands
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Trails
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Utilities
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Libraries
Local library contacts
Locations and public phone numbers are from the IMLS FY2024 Public Libraries Survey. Call the branch to confirm current hours and services before visiting.
Moore Public Library – 225 S Howard, Moore, OK 73160. 405-793-5100.
Noble Public Library – 204 North 5Th, Noble, OK 73068. 405-872-5713.
Library Lab – 121 South Santa Fe Ave., Norman, OK 73069. 405-291-0551.
Southwest Oklahoma City Public Library – 2201 S. W. 134Th, Oklahoma City, OK 73170. 405-979-2200.
Norman Public Library (East) – 3051 E Alameda, Norman, OK 73071. 405-217-0770.
Norman Public Library (West) – 300 Norman Center Court, Norman, OK 73072. 405-701-2644.
Courts
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DMV
Oklahoma — Renew & Replace License & ID
Transportation
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Postal Services
USPS location finder — Search by street address, city or ZIP Code for nearby post offices, collection boxes and available services.
USPS ZIP Code lookup — Find the mailing ZIP Code for a specific street address.
USPS Hold Mail — Arrange a temporary mail hold and review identity-verification requirements.
USPS change of address and forwarding — Review forwarding options and submit an address-change request through USPS.
USPS package pickup — Check pickup availability for your address and schedule eligible shipments.
Veterans
National services available to local residents
VA accredited representatives — Find help with VA claims and benefit applications.
VA health care applications — Review application options and supporting information.
VA disability claims — Find the official steps for submitting a disability claim.
GI Bill and education benefits — Review how to apply for VA education benefits.
Veteran career and employment support — Explore VA employment, training and career assistance.
Employment
National services available to local residents
USAJOBS federal employment — Search federal openings by location and occupation.
Apprenticeship Finder — Search apprenticeship opportunities by location and occupation.
My Next Move career exploration — Explore occupations, industries and career interests.
Government job-training resources — Find routes to state training programs and support for different job seekers.
Unemployment benefit guidance — Find your state program and its application and eligibility information.
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303,973 (July 1, 2025 Census estimate). This is a dated Census Bureau estimate, rather than a live resident count.
557.908 square miles, including water (2020 Census geography). The total combines land and water area.
Start with these official Oklahoma resources: Renew & Replace License & ID; Vehicle Registration; Address Update. Choose the page for the service you need, then check its office or online instructions before making a trip. These links cover state services; they do not establish that every transaction is available at a county office.
Use USPS ZIP Code Lookup for the mailing ZIP Code of a specific street address. Use the USPS location finder to search for nearby postal facilities and available services. An address lookup is more useful for mailing than assuming the entire county shares one ZIP Code.
The VA explains how to find and appoint an accredited representative for benefit claims. Contact a representative to confirm availability before appointing them. For education benefits, use the GI Bill application guidance. These are national VA services available to eligible local residents, rather than a listing of county offices.
Search USAJOBS for federal positions and the Apprenticeship Finder for apprenticeship opportunities, using location filters to narrow the results. USAGov job-training guidance points to training programs and state resources. Check each listing for current availability, eligibility and application instructions; a search result does not guarantee an opening in the county.
Cleveland County was organized in 1890 after the 1889 land run and named for Grover Cleveland. Norman secured the territorial university, establishing a lasting educational role. The county's history also records earlier trade near Lexington and travel associated with Jesse Chisholm, showing that county organization was only one layer of local history. Education, trade and territorial administration belong to different periods but meet in the county's community histories. The university connection is especially useful when distinguishing Norman's role from those of neighboring towns.
Use Norman's university connection as one starting point, then explore a separate community history in Moore or Lexington. The contrast between Cross Timbers and prairie adds a landscape theme that complements the county's civic and educational story. A campus-focused visit and a smaller-town outing need not follow the same theme. Local interpretation can help connect them while preserving the differences in how each community developed.
The 2020 Census geography figures record 538.901 square miles of land and 19.007 square miles of water in Cleveland County. The county’s total area includes both. These are geographic measurements for that Census vintage, not a measurement of current water levels or public recreation access.
In the Census Bureau’s 2025 estimate series, Cleveland County had an estimated 296,253 residents on July 1, 2020, and 303,973 on July 1, 2025. Over that interval, the estimated population increased by 7,720 residents, or about 2.6%. Both figures come from the same estimate vintage, which revises earlier years for a consistent comparison.
Norman is the county seat listed for Cleveland County by the National Association of Counties. For an office visit, confirm the specific department’s address before traveling. NACo county profile.
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