salaryTulsa is 3% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Tulsa to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,219
$1,204
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,128
$1,160
💵 Families earn per year
$71,086
$64,535
🔑 Buying a house
$196,900
$205,300
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.8
89.2
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,000
$2,005
⚡ Electric bill per month
$145
$140
👥 People living there
201,885
413,794
Commute to work
19.6 min
18.9 min
College degree
26.6%
33.6%
Own their home
59.7%
51.9%
Below poverty line
15.8%
18.7%
Unemployment
3.4%
6.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Amarillo for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes, cheaper homes and 2 more.
- Pick Tulsa for lower rent, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Amarillo | Tulsa | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Civil Engineer | $75,910 | $102,080 | +34% in Tulsa |
| Elementary School Teacher | $61,170 | $48,220 | -21% in Tulsa |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $22,710 | $18,350 | -19% in Tulsa |
| Police Officer | $78,900 | $64,190 | -19% in Tulsa |
| Dental Hygienist | $84,990 | $100,350 | +18% in Tulsa |
| HVAC Technician | $49,840 | $58,750 | +18% in Tulsa |
| Lawyer | $130,580 | $108,220 | -17% in Tulsa |
| Nurse Practitioner | $119,150 | $139,460 | +17% in Tulsa |
Frequently asked questions
Is Amarillo or Tulsa cheaper to live in?
Tulsa is about 3% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,204 a month there versus $1,219 in Amarillo.
What salary do I need in Tulsa to match $60,000 in Amarillo?
About $58,297 a year gives the same standard of living in Tulsa.
Where do people earn more, Amarillo or Tulsa?
The typical household earns $71,086 in Amarillo and $64,535 in Tulsa, 10% more in Amarillo.