salaryRent is lower than in 83% of U.S. cities. A typical house costs under 3 years of household income, which is easy by U.S. standards. Commutes are short, about 16.2 minutes. Most households rent (55%), so there are plenty of rental options.
How much money do I need?
To rent here comfortably, you should earn about $43,240 a year. That is $21 an hour at a full-time job.
Is rent cheaper than other Oklahoma cities?
No. Rent here is more expensive than in most of Oklahoma. It is number 40 of 75 cities from cheapest to most expensive.
How much do households earn in Lawton?
Share of households by yearly income. 11.9% of households earn $100,000 or more.
Rent by apartment size in Lawton
| Size | Lawton | U.S. average |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | $708 | $1,338 |
| 1 bedroom | $746 | $1,324 |
| 2 bedrooms | $951 | $1,509 |
| 3 bedrooms | $1,177 | $1,698 |
| 4 bedrooms | $1,392 | $2,098 |
Median monthly rent plus utilities for all renters, by number of bedrooms.
How expensive is Lawton overall?
Everyday prices in the Lawton metro area are 14% below the U.S. average (index 85.9, U.S. = 100).
Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities 2024.
Taxes and bills in Lawton
Life in Lawton
What jobs pay in Lawton
| Job | Median pay | Rent / pay |
|---|---|---|
| Pharmacist | $137,540 | 9.4% |
| Nurse Practitioner | $132,940 | 9.8% |
| Physician Assistant | $132,220 | 9.8% |
| Software Developer | $107,240 | 12.1% |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $96,250 | 13.5% |
| Dental Hygienist | $92,210 | 14.1% |
| Lawyer | $92,000 | 14.1% |
| Civil Engineer | $83,650 | 15.5% |
| Registered Nurse | $80,570 | 16.1% |
| Operations Manager | $77,840 | 16.7% |
| HVAC Technician | $72,980 | 17.8% |
| Accountant | $71,520 | 18.1% |
| Market Research Analyst | $62,590 | 20.7% |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $57,260 | 22.7% |
| Electrician | $56,500 | 23.0% |
| Police Officer | $54,870 | 23.6% |
| Plumber | $51,870 | 25.0% |
| Carpenter | $50,400 | 25.7% |
| Elementary School Teacher | $47,330 | 27.4% |
| Truck Driver | $47,280 | 27.4% |
| Firefighter | $36,500 | 35.5% |
| Warehouse Worker | $36,170 | 35.9% |
| Medical Assistant | $35,820 | 36.2% |
| Nursing Assistant | $35,190 | 36.9% |
| Customer Service Representative | $35,080 | 37.0% |
| Restaurant Cook | $28,800 | 45.0% |
| Retail Salesperson | $28,150 | 46.1% |
| Cashier | $27,250 | 47.6% |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $17,150 | 75.6% |
Is it cheaper to rent or buy in Lawton?
Buying is cheaper month to month: about $95 a month less than renting.
Owning assumes a typical $142,100 home, 10% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5% and about 1.5% a year for taxes and insurance. You would also need $14,210 for the down payment.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average rent in Lawton, OK?
Renting in Lawton costs a median of about $1,081 a month in 2026, including utilities. The Oklahoma median is $1,069.
How much do I need to make to live in Lawton?
To keep rent under 30% of income, you need about $43,240 a year, or $21 an hour at a full-time job.
Is Lawton cheap or expensive?
Lawton is rated OK: rent takes 22.1% of the typical household income of $58,706. It ranks 40th cheapest of 75 Oklahoma cities we track.
How much are property taxes in Lawton?
The median homeowner in Lawton pays $1,329 a year in property taxes, about 0.94% of the median home value.
Is Lawton more expensive than the national average?
Overall prices in the metro area are 14% below the U.S. average, according to the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
How much does a house cost in Lawton?
The median home value in Lawton is $142,100, about 2.4 times the typical yearly household income.
90,595 people live in Lawton. Numbers are typical (middle) values.