salaryOklahoma City is 12% cheaperBased on official 2024 price levels from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis.
I need in Oklahoma City to live the same way.
🏠 Rent per month
$1,648
$1,327
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,611
$1,191
💵 Families earn per year
$81,072
$74,045
🔑 Buying a house
$304,700
$231,300
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
103.1
90.4
🏛️ Property tax per year
$4,716
$2,311
⚡ Electric bill per month
$194
$144
👥 People living there
397,742
697,125
Commute to work
26.6 min
22.2 min
College degree
32.6%
34.7%
Own their home
54.3%
58.6%
Below poverty line
12.9%
15.1%
Unemployment
5.7%
4.7%
Bottom line
- Pick Arlington for higher incomes, less poverty.
- Pick Oklahoma City for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 3 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Arlington | Oklahoma City | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lawyer | $168,510 | $103,490 | -39% in Oklahoma City |
| Elementary School Teacher | $65,070 | $48,780 | -25% in Oklahoma City |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $24,160 | $18,200 | -25% in Oklahoma City |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $122,520 | $94,630 | -23% in Oklahoma City |
| Police Officer | $92,910 | $75,270 | -19% in Oklahoma City |
| Registered Nurse | $101,420 | $82,920 | -18% in Oklahoma City |
| Market Research Analyst | $75,240 | $63,160 | -16% in Oklahoma City |
| Customer Service Representative | $44,990 | $39,330 | -13% in Oklahoma City |
Frequently asked questions
Is Arlington or Oklahoma City cheaper to live in?
Oklahoma City is about 12% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,327 a month there versus $1,648 in Arlington.
What salary do I need in Oklahoma City to match $60,000 in Arlington?
About $52,619 a year gives the same standard of living in Oklahoma City.
Where do people earn more, Arlington or Oklahoma City?
The typical household earns $81,072 in Arlington and $74,045 in Oklahoma City, 9% more in Arlington.
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