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
$1,246
$1,327
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,088
$1,191
💵 Families earn per year
$64,435
$74,045
🔑 Buying a house
$184,500
$231,300
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
89.9
90.4
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,760
$2,311
⚡ Electric bill per month
$113
$144
👥 People living there
680,130
697,125
Commute to work
23.4 min
22.2 min
College degree
28.1%
34.7%
Own their home
60.8%
58.6%
Below poverty line
18.4%
15.1%
Unemployment
6%
4.7%
Bottom line
- Pick El Paso for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Oklahoma City for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | El Paso | Oklahoma City | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Physician Assistant | $107,220 | $138,920 | +30% in Oklahoma City |
| HVAC Technician | $47,270 | $60,120 | +27% in Oklahoma City |
| Electrician | $48,140 | $61,010 | +27% in Oklahoma City |
| Lawyer | $140,550 | $103,490 | -26% in Oklahoma City |
| Civil Engineer | $79,090 | $98,960 | +25% in Oklahoma City |
| Operations Manager | $77,770 | $97,110 | +25% in Oklahoma City |
| Restaurant Cook | $28,990 | $36,130 | +25% in Oklahoma City |
| Market Research Analyst | $50,680 | $63,160 | +25% in Oklahoma City |
Frequently asked questions
Is El Paso or Oklahoma City cheaper to live in?
El Paso 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 El Paso?
About $60,331 a year gives the same standard of living in Oklahoma City.
Where do people earn more, El Paso or Oklahoma City?
The typical household earns $64,435 in El Paso and $74,045 in Oklahoma City, 13% more in Oklahoma City.