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
$1,304
$1,204
🛏️ 2-bedroom rent
$1,085
$1,160
💵 Families earn per year
$61,271
$64,535
🔑 Buying a house
$161,900
$205,300
📊 Overall prices (U.S. = 100)
89.7
89.2
🏛️ Property tax per year
$643
$2,005
⚡ Electric bill per month
$185
$140
👥 People living there
197,494
413,794
Commute to work
20.7 min
18.9 min
College degree
33.8%
33.6%
Own their home
54.4%
51.9%
Below poverty line
21.5%
18.7%
Unemployment
6.4%
6.1%
Bottom line
- Pick Montgomery for cheaper 2-bedroom apartments, cheaper homes, a more educated workforce.
- Pick Tulsa for lower rent, higher incomes, shorter commutes and 2 more.
Pay for the same job
| Job | Montgomery | Tulsa | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dental Hygienist | $60,120 | $100,350 | +67% in Tulsa |
| Nurse Practitioner | $105,050 | $139,460 | +33% in Tulsa |
| Police Officer | $48,490 | $64,190 | +32% in Tulsa |
| Physician Assistant | $102,040 | $134,380 | +32% in Tulsa |
| Server (Waiter/Waitress) | $26,360 | $18,350 | -30% in Tulsa |
| Electrician | $49,910 | $62,280 | +25% in Tulsa |
| HVAC Technician | $48,680 | $58,750 | +21% in Tulsa |
| Elementary School Teacher | $59,610 | $48,220 | -19% in Tulsa |
Frequently asked questions
Is Montgomery or Tulsa cheaper to live in?
Montgomery 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 Montgomery?
About $59,687 a year gives the same standard of living in Tulsa.
Where do people earn more, Montgomery or Tulsa?
The typical household earns $61,271 in Montgomery and $64,535 in Tulsa, 5% more in Tulsa.