Mobile is 3% 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
$1,257
$1,327
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,109
$1,191
💵 Families earn per year
$57,762
$74,045
🔑 Buying a house
$193,300
$231,300
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
88.1
90.4
🏛️ Property tax per year
$968
$2,311
⚡ Electric bill per month
$196
$144
👥 People living there
203,416
697,125
Commute to work
22.8 min
22.2 min
College degree
32%
34.7%
Own their home
54%
58.6%
Below poverty line
18.4%
15.1%
Unemployment
5.6%
4.7%
Bottom line
- Pick Mobile for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes.
- Pick Oklahoma City for higher incomes, shorter commutes, a more educated workforce and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Mobile | Oklahoma City | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Police Officer | $47,000 | $75,270 | +60% in Oklahoma City |
| Dental Hygienist | $60,710 | $97,110 | +60% in Oklahoma City |
| Physician Assistant | $104,960 | $138,920 | +32% in Oklahoma City |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $26,860 | $18,200 | -32% in Oklahoma City |
| Firefighter | $46,770 | $61,460 | +31% in Oklahoma City |
| Nurse Practitioner | $103,480 | $133,390 | +29% in Oklahoma City |
| HVAC Technician | $47,960 | $60,120 | +25% in Oklahoma City |
| Lawyer | $130,490 | $103,490 | -21% in Oklahoma City |
Frequently asked questions
Is Mobile or Oklahoma City cheaper to live in?
Mobile is about 3% cheaper overall. Rent is $1,257 a month there versus $1,327 in Oklahoma City.
What salary do I need in Oklahoma City to match $60,000 in Mobile?
About $61,573 a year gives the same standard of living in Oklahoma City.
Where do people earn more, Mobile or Oklahoma City?
The typical household earns $57,762 in Mobile and $74,045 in Oklahoma City, 22% more in Oklahoma City.