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Cost of living in Alfalfa County, OK

Estimated monthly cost
$2,586/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 5,685 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $694 27%
Healthcare $480 19%
Federal tax $405 16%
Transport $320 12%
Groceries $310 12%
Energy $184 7%
State tax $138 5%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Alfalfa County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$678
per month
1 bedroom
$694
per month
2 bedroom
$910
per month
3 bedroom
$1,275
per month
4 bedroom
$1,528
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Alfalfa County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$67,870
per year
Individual earnings
$34,830
per year
Per capita
$29,173
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Alfalfa County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$103,000
Annual property tax
$649

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Alfalfa County

Estimated monthly electricity and gas costs.

Electricity
$136
per month · 13¢/kWh
Natural gas
$48
per month
Annual total
$2,208
per year

Source: EIA

Healthcare in Alfalfa County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
10.9%

Source: ACS + national avg. Marketplace benchmark premiums are second-lowest Silver plan estimates and do not reflect employer plans, subsidies, or out-of-pocket costs. This is not healthcare advice.

Taxes in Alfalfa County

State and local tax rates for Oklahoma.

State income tax
4.8%
Flat rate
State sales tax
4.5%
Combined sales tax
9.0%
incl. average local

Tax rates change. Consult a qualified tax professional for advice on your specific situation. This is not tax advice.

Transportation in Alfalfa County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
23.3 min
Drive alone
81.8%
Public transit
0.1%
Work from home
4.8%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Alfalfa County

What it costs to live in Alfalfa County each month.

Single person
$2,586
per month
  • Rent $694
  • Energy $184
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $310
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $405
  • State tax $138
Couple
$4,044
per month
  • Rent $910
  • Energy $221
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $514
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $781
  • State tax $269
Family
$6,525
per month
  • Rent $1,275
  • Energy $276
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $779
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $781
  • State tax $269

Frequently asked questions about Alfalfa County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Alfalfa County?

In Alfalfa County, OK, a one-bedroom apartment averages $694 per month, a two-bedroom averages $910 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,275 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Alfalfa County?

In Alfalfa County, OK, the average household income is $67,870 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $34,830 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Alfalfa County?

The estimated cost of living in Alfalfa County, OK is approximately $2,586 per month for a single person, $4,044 for a couple, $6,525 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Alfalfa County?

The combined sales tax rate in Alfalfa County, OK is 8.97%, which includes the Oklahoma state rate of 4.50% plus an average local rate of 4.47%.

Is Alfalfa County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Alfalfa County, OK would need approximately $2,586 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $67,870 per year ($5,656 per month). Alfalfa County is relatively affordable compared to the national average.

How much does healthcare cost in Alfalfa County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Alfalfa County, OK is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 10.9% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Alfalfa County?

The average home value in Alfalfa County, OK is $103,000, with average annual property taxes of $649, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Alfalfa County compare to other areas?

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About this data

All figures on this page come from official U.S. government sources, listed below.

  • HUD FMR FY2025
  • ACS 2019-2023 5-Year
  • EIA
  • ACS + national avg
  • ACS
  • USDA + BEA RPP