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
$1,246
$1,204
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,088
$1,160
💵 Families earn per year
$64,435
$64,535
🔑 Buying a house
$184,500
$205,300
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
89.9
89.2
🏛️ Property tax per year
$3,760
$2,005
⚡ Electric bill per month
$113
$140
👥 People living there
680,130
413,794
Commute to work
23.4 min
18.9 min
College degree
28.1%
33.6%
Own their home
60.8%
51.9%
Below poverty line
18.4%
18.7%
Unemployment
6%
6.1%
Bottom line
- Pick El Paso for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes, less poverty and 1 more.
- Pick Tulsa for lower rent, higher incomes, shorter commutes and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | El Paso | Tulsa | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrician | $48,140 | $62,280 | +29% in Tulsa |
| Civil Engineer | $79,090 | $102,080 | +29% in Tulsa |
| Physician Assistant | $107,220 | $134,380 | +25% in Tulsa |
| Market Research Analyst | $50,680 | $63,130 | +25% in Tulsa |
| Elementary School Teacher | $63,800 | $48,220 | -24% in Tulsa |
| HVAC Technician | $47,270 | $58,750 | +24% in Tulsa |
| Operations Manager | $77,770 | $96,150 | +24% in Tulsa |
| Accountant | $65,990 | $81,320 | +23% in Tulsa |
Frequently asked questions
Is El Paso or Tulsa cheaper to live in?
El Paso 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 El Paso?
About $59,534 a year gives the same standard of living in Tulsa.
Where do people earn more, El Paso or Tulsa?
The typical household earns $64,435 in El Paso and $64,535 in Tulsa, 0% more in Tulsa.