salaryOklahoma City is 20% cheaperBased 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
$3,405
$1,327
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$3,344
$1,191
💵 Families earn per year
$147,451
$74,045
🔑 Buying a house
$1,191,500
$231,300
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
113.6
90.4
🏛️ Property tax per year
$9,543
$2,311
⚡ Electric bill per month
$113
$144
👥 People living there
311,690
697,125
Commute to work
24.7 min
22.2 min
College degree
70.6%
34.7%
Own their home
44.5%
58.6%
Below poverty line
10.8%
15.1%
Unemployment
5.9%
4.7%
Bottom line
- Pick Irvine for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty.
- Pick Oklahoma City for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Irvine | Oklahoma City | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elementary School Teacher | $101,860 | $48,780 | -52% in Oklahoma City |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $35,850 | $18,200 | -49% in Oklahoma City |
| Lawyer | $194,410 | $103,490 | -47% in Oklahoma City |
| Registered Nurse | $135,560 | $82,920 | -39% in Oklahoma City |
| Police Officer | $121,980 | $75,270 | -38% in Oklahoma City |
| Firefighter | $98,050 | $61,460 | -37% in Oklahoma City |
| Carpenter | $75,740 | $48,940 | -35% in Oklahoma City |
| Licensed Practical Nurse | $79,310 | $59,860 | -25% in Oklahoma City |
Frequently asked questions
Is Irvine or Oklahoma City cheaper to live in?
Oklahoma City is about 20% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,327 a month there versus $3,405 in Irvine.
What salary do I need in Oklahoma City to match $60,000 in Irvine?
About $47,765 a year gives the same standard of living in Oklahoma City.
Where do people earn more, Irvine or Oklahoma City?
The typical household earns $147,451 in Irvine and $74,045 in Oklahoma City, 99% more in Irvine.