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
$1,516
$1,327
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,396
$1,191
💵 Families earn per year
$72,684
$74,045
🔑 Buying a house
$210,400
$231,300
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.7
90.4
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,387
$2,311
⚡ Electric bill per month
$198
$144
👥 People living there
317,419
697,125
Commute to work
21.3 min
22.2 min
College degree
24.4%
34.7%
Own their home
57.9%
58.6%
Below poverty line
17.1%
15.1%
Unemployment
5.1%
4.7%
Bottom line
- Pick Corpus Christi for cheaper homes, shorter commutes.
- Pick Oklahoma City for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, higher incomes and 3 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Corpus Christi | Oklahoma City | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $48,700 | $61,460 | +26% in Oklahoma City |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $22,820 | $18,200 | -20% in Oklahoma City |
| Lawyer | $129,180 | $103,490 | -20% in Oklahoma City |
| Elementary School Teacher | $60,210 | $48,780 | -19% in Oklahoma City |
| Restaurant Cook | $30,670 | $36,130 | +18% in Oklahoma City |
| HVAC Technician | $51,760 | $60,120 | +16% in Oklahoma City |
| Dental Hygienist | $84,210 | $97,110 | +15% in Oklahoma City |
| Market Research Analyst | $55,980 | $63,160 | +13% in Oklahoma City |
Frequently asked questions
Is Corpus Christi or Oklahoma City cheaper to live in?
Corpus Christi 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 Corpus Christi?
About $58,535 a year gives the same standard of living in Oklahoma City.
Where do people earn more, Corpus Christi or Oklahoma City?
The typical household earns $72,684 in Corpus Christi and $74,045 in Oklahoma City, 2% more in Oklahoma City.
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