About 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
$1,304
$1,327
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,085
$1,191
💵 Families earn per year
$61,271
$74,045
🔑 Buying a house
$161,900
$231,300
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
89.7
90.4
🏛️ Property tax per year
$643
$2,311
⚡ Electric bill per month
$185
$144
👥 People living there
197,494
697,125
Commute to work
20.7 min
22.2 min
College degree
33.8%
34.7%
Own their home
54.4%
58.6%
Below poverty line
21.5%
15.1%
Unemployment
6.4%
4.7%
Bottom line
- Pick Montgomery for lower rent, cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes and 1 more.
- Pick Oklahoma City for higher incomes, a more educated workforce, less poverty and 1 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Montgomery | Oklahoma City | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dental Hygienist | $60,120 | $97,110 | +62% in Oklahoma City |
| Police Officer | $48,490 | $75,270 | +55% in Oklahoma City |
| Physician Assistant | $102,040 | $138,920 | +36% in Oklahoma City |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $26,360 | $18,200 | -31% in Oklahoma City |
| Nurse Practitioner | $105,050 | $133,390 | +27% in Oklahoma City |
| Firefighter | $48,780 | $61,460 | +26% in Oklahoma City |
| HVAC Technician | $48,680 | $60,120 | +24% in Oklahoma City |
| Electrician | $49,910 | $61,010 | +22% in Oklahoma City |
Frequently asked questions
Is Montgomery or Oklahoma City cheaper to live in?
Montgomery 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 Montgomery?
About $60,486 a year gives the same standard of living in Oklahoma City.
Where do people earn more, Montgomery or Oklahoma City?
The typical household earns $61,271 in Montgomery and $74,045 in Oklahoma City, 17% more in Oklahoma City.
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