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
$1,399
$1,327
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,194
$1,191
💵 Families earn per year
$55,797
$74,045
🔑 Buying a house
$169,000
$231,300
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
92.2
90.4
🏛️ Property tax per year
$1,845
$2,311
⚡ Electric bill per month
$223
$144
👥 People living there
618,980
697,125
Commute to work
21.1 min
22.2 min
College degree
28%
34.7%
Own their home
44.9%
58.6%
Below poverty line
23.1%
15.1%
Unemployment
8.3%
4.7%
Bottom line
- Pick Memphis 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 | Memphis | Oklahoma City | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $24,550 | $18,200 | -26% in Oklahoma City |
| Dental Hygienist | $78,580 | $97,110 | +24% in Oklahoma City |
| Lawyer | $134,440 | $103,490 | -23% in Oklahoma City |
| Elementary School Teacher | $61,510 | $48,780 | -21% in Oklahoma City |
| Physician Assistant | $121,900 | $138,920 | +14% in Oklahoma City |
| Truck Driver | $63,070 | $54,720 | -13% in Oklahoma City |
| Market Research Analyst | $71,600 | $63,160 | -12% in Oklahoma City |
| Customer Service Representative | $44,090 | $39,330 | -11% in Oklahoma City |
Frequently asked questions
Is Memphis or Oklahoma City cheaper to live in?
Memphis 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 Memphis?
About $58,847 a year gives the same standard of living in Oklahoma City.
Where do people earn more, Memphis or Oklahoma City?
The typical household earns $55,797 in Memphis and $74,045 in Oklahoma City, 25% more in Oklahoma City.