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
$1,530
$1,327
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,235
$1,191
💵 Families earn per year
$62,992
$74,045
🔑 Buying a house
$188,000
$231,300
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.0
90.4
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,915
$2,311
⚡ Electric bill per month
$190
$144
👥 People living there
210,815
697,125
Commute to work
19.1 min
22.2 min
College degree
29%
34.7%
Own their home
47.4%
58.6%
Below poverty line
17.7%
15.1%
Unemployment
7.9%
4.7%
Bottom line
- Pick Fayetteville 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 | Fayetteville | Oklahoma City | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Firefighter | $36,820 | $61,460 | +67% in Oklahoma City |
| Police Officer | $48,160 | $75,270 | +56% in Oklahoma City |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $29,520 | $18,200 | -38% in Oklahoma City |
| Plumber | $51,740 | $59,150 | +14% in Oklahoma City |
| Customer Service Representative | $35,130 | $39,330 | +12% in Oklahoma City |
| Restaurant Cook | $32,720 | $36,130 | +10% in Oklahoma City |
| Elementary School Teacher | $54,350 | $48,780 | -10% in Oklahoma City |
| Nurse Practitioner | $121,410 | $133,390 | +10% in Oklahoma City |
Frequently asked questions
Is Fayetteville or Oklahoma City cheaper to live in?
Fayetteville 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 Fayetteville?
About $58,976 a year gives the same standard of living in Oklahoma City.
Where do people earn more, Fayetteville or Oklahoma City?
The typical household earns $62,992 in Fayetteville and $74,045 in Oklahoma City, 15% more in Oklahoma City.
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