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
$1,277
$1,204
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,175
$1,160
💵 Families earn per year
$67,949
$64,535
🔑 Buying a house
$236,400
$205,300
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
89.4
89.2
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,902
$2,005
⚡ Electric bill per month
$154
$140
👥 People living there
203,436
413,794
Commute to work
18.5 min
18.9 min
College degree
44.6%
33.6%
Own their home
53.5%
51.9%
Below poverty line
17.5%
18.7%
Unemployment
4.1%
6.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Little Rock for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
- Pick Tulsa for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Little Rock | Tulsa | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrician | $48,200 | $62,280 | +29% in Tulsa |
| Computer Systems Analyst | $78,560 | $101,460 | +29% in Tulsa |
| Operations Manager | $76,080 | $96,150 | +26% in Tulsa |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $24,610 | $18,350 | -25% in Tulsa |
| Accountant | $65,810 | $81,320 | +24% in Tulsa |
| Physician Assistant | $109,110 | $134,380 | +23% in Tulsa |
| Civil Engineer | $83,030 | $102,080 | +23% in Tulsa |
| HVAC Technician | $48,000 | $58,750 | +22% in Tulsa |
Frequently asked questions
Is Little Rock or Tulsa cheaper to live in?
Little Rock 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 Little Rock?
About $59,899 a year gives the same standard of living in Tulsa.
Where do people earn more, Little Rock or Tulsa?
The typical household earns $67,949 in Little Rock and $64,535 in Tulsa, 5% more in Little Rock.