salaryAbout the sameBased 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
$1,314
$1,327
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,116
$1,191
💵 Families earn per year
$62,632
$74,045
🔑 Buying a house
$193,900
$231,300
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
89.3
90.4
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,660
$2,311
⚡ Electric bill per month
$173
$144
👥 People living there
203,711
697,125
Commute to work
20.9 min
22.2 min
College degree
30.5%
34.7%
Own their home
50.8%
58.6%
Below poverty line
19%
15.1%
Unemployment
6.3%
4.7%
Bottom line
- Pick Columbus for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Oklahoma City for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Columbus | Oklahoma City | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $49,990 | $75,270 | +51% in Oklahoma City |
| HVAC Technician | $46,780 | $60,120 | +29% in Oklahoma City |
| Civil Engineer | $77,600 | $98,960 | +28% in Oklahoma City |
| Firefighter | $48,770 | $61,460 | +26% in Oklahoma City |
| Plumber | $47,410 | $59,150 | +25% in Oklahoma City |
| Dental Hygienist | $80,240 | $97,110 | +21% in Oklahoma City |
| Elementary School Teacher | $61,360 | $48,780 | -21% in Oklahoma City |
| Electrician | $50,730 | $61,010 | +20% in Oklahoma City |
Frequently asked questions
Is Columbus or Oklahoma City cheaper to live in?
Columbus and Oklahoma City cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Oklahoma City to match $60,000 in Columbus?
About $60,747 a year gives the same standard of living in Oklahoma City.
Where do people earn more, Columbus or Oklahoma City?
The typical household earns $62,632 in Columbus and $74,045 in Oklahoma City, 15% more in Oklahoma City.
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