Oklahoma City, Oklahoma has an overall cost of living index of 91.4, which is 8.6 points below the US average of 100 — making it more affordable than most American cities. Renters pay a median of $1,130 per month, while the typical home is valued around $231,300. Households earn a median of $68,656 per year, leaving rent at a manageable share of income for many residents. Air quality is good, with an average AQI of 48. Below: housing costs, local wages by occupation, neighborhoods, climate, jobs and major industries, and healthcare access — all drawn from US Census, BEA, BLS, HUD, EPA, and NOAA data.
Median Household Income
$68,656
Annual · Census ACS
Median Gross Rent
$1,130
Per month · Census ACS
Median Home Value
$231,300
Census ACS
Cost of Living Index
91.4
BEA RPP · US avg = 100
Studio FMR
$939
HUD Fair Market Rent
1BR Fair Market Rent
$1,017
HUD FMR
2BR Fair Market Rent
$1,244
HUD FMR
3BR Fair Market Rent
$1,675
HUD FMR
HUD Fair Market Rent = 40th percentile gross rent · FY2024
Each category is indexed to the US average of 100. Below 100 = cheaper than average.
Overall
91.4
Goods
93.3
Rents / Housing
78.1
Services
80.4
Source: BEA Regional Price Parities (metro-level)
| Occupation | Median Annual Wage |
|---|---|
| 💻Software Developer | $112,090 |
| 🏥Registered Nurse | $85,880 |
| 📚Elementary Teacher | $56,850 |
| ⚡Electrician | $63,380 |
| 📊Accountant | $87,290 |
| 🔧Plumber | $57,380 |
| ⚕️Nurse Practitioner | $235,190 |
| 🏗️Civil Engineer | $109,970 |
| 👔Operations Manager | $109,320 |
| 📈Market Research Analyst | $65,280 |
| 🏢Health Services Manager | $118,100 |
| 🚛Truck Driver | $57,060 |
| 👨⚕️Physician Assistant | N/A |
| 🩺Surgeon | N/A |
| 🧮Data Scientist | N/A |
| 🖥️Computer Engineer | $126,290 |
Source: BLS OEWS 2023 (metro-level data)
Population
697,125
Latest estimate
Median Age
35.1 yrs
Census ACS
Average AQI
48.0
Source: EPA AirNow
Total Neighborhoods
5
Tracked in our database
Avg Walk Score
N/A
0–100 scale
Avg Median Rent
$1,275
Per month
Avg Home Value
$428,700
Census ACS
January Avg
39°F
July Avg
82°F
Sunny Days / Year
—
Annual Snowfall
—
Climate category: Temperate · Source: NOAA/NCEI 30-year normals.
Healthcare Score
30.0
poor
Hospitals
19
Doctors per 1,000
1.00
Insurance Coverage
86.2%
What is the cost of living index for Oklahoma City?
Oklahoma City has a Regional Price Parity (RPP) index of 91.4. The US national average is 100, so Oklahoma City is 8.6 points below the national average.
What is the median rent in Oklahoma City?
The median gross rent in Oklahoma City is $1,130 per month according to US Census ACS data.
What is the median household income in Oklahoma City?
The median household income in Oklahoma City is $68,656 per year.
What is the median home value in Oklahoma City?
The median home value in Oklahoma City is $231,300 based on the latest Census ACS survey.
How is the air quality in Oklahoma City?
Oklahoma City has an average Air Quality Index (AQI) of 48.0, which is rated "Good" by the EPA. Lower AQI values indicate cleaner air.
What are the taxes like in Oklahoma City?
Tax data for Oklahoma is not yet available.
Data last updated: December 1, 2026 · Sources: US Census ACS, BEA RPP, BLS OEWS, HUD FMR, EPA AirNow, Tax Foundation · Methodology
