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Cost of living in Creek County, OK

Part of the Tulsa Metro Area

Estimated monthly cost
$2,985/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 72,353 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $950 32%
Federal tax $520 17%
Healthcare $480 16%
Transport $320 11%
Groceries $310 10%
Energy $184 6%
State tax $166 6%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Creek County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$890
per month
1 bedroom
$950
per month
2 bedroom
$1,179
per month
3 bedroom
$1,555
per month
4 bedroom
$1,796
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Creek County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$61,849
per year
Individual earnings
$41,879
per year
Per capita
$31,986
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Creek County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$170,900
Annual property tax
$1,261

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Creek 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 Creek County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
11.3%

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 Creek 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 Creek County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
25.4 min
Drive alone
81.6%
Public transit
0.1%
Work from home
9.4%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Creek County

What it costs to live in Creek County each month.

Single person
$2,985
per month
  • Rent $950
  • Energy $184
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $310
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $520
  • State tax $166
Couple
$4,190
per month
  • Rent $1,179
  • Energy $221
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $514
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $682
  • State tax $245
Family
$6,682
per month
  • Rent $1,555
  • Energy $276
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $779
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $682
  • State tax $245

Frequently asked questions about Creek County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Creek County?

In Creek County, OK, a one-bedroom apartment averages $950 per month, a two-bedroom averages $1,179 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,555 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Creek County?

In Creek County, OK, the average household income is $61,849 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $41,879 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Creek County?

The estimated cost of living in Creek County, OK is approximately $2,985 per month for a single person, $4,190 for a couple, $6,682 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Creek County?

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

Is Creek County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Creek County, OK would need approximately $2,985 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $61,849 per year ($5,154 per month). Creek County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Creek County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Creek County, OK is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 11.3% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Creek County?

The average home value in Creek County, OK is $170,900, with average annual property taxes of $1,261, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Creek 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
Methodology All data sources