salaryAbout the sameBased 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
$1,314
$1,204
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,116
$1,160
💵 Families earn per year
$62,632
$64,535
🔑 Buying a house
$193,900
$205,300
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
89.3
89.2
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,660
$2,005
⚡ Electric bill per month
$173
$140
👥 People living there
203,711
413,794
Commute to work
20.9 min
18.9 min
College degree
30.5%
33.6%
Own their home
50.8%
51.9%
Below poverty line
19%
18.7%
Unemployment
6.3%
6.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Columbus 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 | Columbus | Tulsa | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Civil Engineer | $77,600 | $102,080 | +32% in Tulsa |
| Police Officer | $49,990 | $64,190 | +28% in Tulsa |
| HVAC Technician | $46,780 | $58,750 | +26% in Tulsa |
| Plumber | $47,410 | $59,440 | +25% in Tulsa |
| Dental Hygienist | $80,240 | $100,350 | +25% in Tulsa |
| Truck Driver | $47,570 | $58,790 | +24% in Tulsa |
| Electrician | $50,730 | $62,280 | +23% in Tulsa |
| Elementary School Teacher | $61,360 | $48,220 | -21% in Tulsa |
Frequently asked questions
Is Columbus or Tulsa cheaper to live in?
Columbus and Tulsa cost about the same once rent and everyday costs are combined.
What salary do I need in Tulsa to match $60,000 in Columbus?
About $59,945 a year gives the same standard of living in Tulsa.
Where do people earn more, Columbus or Tulsa?
The typical household earns $62,632 in Columbus and $64,535 in Tulsa, 3% more in Tulsa.