Cost of Living in Oklahoma
Oklahoma has 16 cities with cost-of-living data on CompareLiving, drawn from US Census, BEA, HUD, and EPA sources. Median rent is lowest in Muskogee at $828/mo and highest in Jenks at $1,555/mo.
Oklahoma at a Glance
Cities Tracked
16
with census data
Avg Cost Index
91.4
US avg = 100
Avg Median Rent
$1,097
per month
Avg Household Income
$69,850
annual median
Most & Least Affordable Cities
Most Affordable
| City | Cost Index | Median Rent |
|---|---|---|
| Oklahoma City | 91.4 | $1,083 |
Most Expensive
| City | Cost Index | Median Rent |
|---|---|---|
| Oklahoma City | 91.4 | $1,083 |
Cost Index = BEA Regional Price Parity (US avg = 100)
Taxes in Oklahoma
State Income Tax
4.75%
Top marginal rate · Tax Foundation 2024
State Sales Tax
4.50%
Statewide base rate · local add-ons may apply
Popular Cities in Oklahoma
Oklahoma Cities — Full Table
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| Oklahoma City | 688,693 | 91.4 | $1,083 | $215,100 | $66,702 |
| Tulsa | 412,322 | — | $998 | $189,600 | $58,407 |
| Norman | 128,714 | — | $1,064 | $239,300 | $65,060 |
| Broken Arrow | 115,919 | — | $1,240 | $229,300 | $85,220 |
| Edmond | 95,618 | — | $1,313 | $324,900 | $102,032 |
| Lawton | 90,662 | — | $935 | $134,200 | $53,588 |
| Moore | 63,045 | — | $1,276 | $189,300 | $76,941 |
| Midwest City | 58,170 | — | $1,046 | $158,400 | $57,739 |
| Enid | 50,821 | — | $906 | $143,500 | $63,472 |
| Stillwater | 48,818 | — | $944 | $230,900 | $42,015 |
| Owasso | 39,013 | — | $1,222 | $231,400 | $79,386 |
| Bartlesville | 37,559 | — | $905 | $154,900 | $59,457 |
| Muskogee | 36,819 | — | $828 | $124,900 | $48,735 |
| Shawnee | 31,511 | — | $912 | $147,800 | $54,281 |
| Bixby | 29,402 | — | $1,324 | $298,200 | $99,602 |
| Jenks | 26,519 | — | $1,555 | $285,600 | $104,970 |
Cost Index = BEA Regional Price Parity (US avg = 100) · Income & Rent = US Census ACS
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Frequently Asked Questions about Cost of Living in Oklahoma
What is the cost of living in Oklahoma?
The average cost of living index across cities in Oklahoma is approximately 91.4 (US average = 100), which is slightly below the US average. Median gross rent averages around $1,097/month and median household income averages around $69,850/year.
What are the cheapest cities to live in Oklahoma?
The most affordable cities in Oklahoma by cost of living index are: 1. Oklahoma City (index 91.4).
What is the median rent in Oklahoma?
The average median gross rent across cities in Oklahoma is approximately $1,097/month. Rent varies significantly by city and neighborhood — use the city profiles below for specific figures.
What are the income tax rates in Oklahoma?
Oklahoma's top marginal state income tax rate is 4.75%. This is the highest bracket rate; lower-income earners pay less. Source: Tax Foundation (2024).
What is the sales tax in Oklahoma?
Oklahoma's statewide sales tax rate is 4.50%. Local city and county rates may add to this. Source: Tax Foundation (2024).
Is it expensive to move to Oklahoma?
Oklahoma has a cost of living index of approximately 91.4 and average median rent around $1,097/month. It is generally more affordable than the US average, which can offset moving costs over time. Use our moving guides for salary equivalence calculations.
Data last updated: December 1, 2024 · Sources: US Census ACS, BEA RPP, BLS OEWS, HUD FMR, Tax Foundation · Methodology