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
$1,458
$1,204
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,147
$1,160
💵 Families earn per year
$59,841
$64,535
🔑 Buying a house
$178,400
$205,300
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
91.9
89.2
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,520
$2,005
⚡ Electric bill per month
$176
$140
👥 People living there
201,528
413,794
Commute to work
21.1 min
18.9 min
College degree
24.7%
33.6%
Own their home
50.8%
51.9%
Below poverty line
20.1%
18.7%
Unemployment
8.6%
6.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Augusta for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Tulsa for lower rent, higher incomes, shorter commutes and 3 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Augusta | Tulsa | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dental Hygienist | $79,840 | $100,350 | +26% in Tulsa |
| Elementary School Teacher | $63,000 | $48,220 | -23% in Tulsa |
| Truck Driver | $47,920 | $58,790 | +23% in Tulsa |
| Carpenter | $58,930 | $46,810 | -21% in Tulsa |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $84,230 | $101,460 | +20% in Tulsa |
| HVAC Technician | $48,900 | $58,750 | +20% in Tulsa |
| Nurse Practitioner | $120,270 | $139,460 | +16% in Tulsa |
| Physician Assistant | $117,240 | $134,380 | +15% in Tulsa |
Frequently asked questions
Is Augusta or Tulsa cheaper to live in?
Tulsa is about 3% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,204 a month there versus $1,458 in Augusta.
What salary do I need in Tulsa to match $60,000 in Augusta?
About $58,244 a year gives the same standard of living in Tulsa.
Where do people earn more, Augusta or Tulsa?
The typical household earns $59,841 in Augusta and $64,535 in Tulsa, 7% more in Tulsa.