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Cost of living in Mayes County, OK

Estimated monthly cost
$2,619/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 39,406 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $696 27%
Healthcare $480 18%
Federal tax $430 16%
Transport $320 12%
Groceries $310 12%
Energy $184 7%
State tax $144 5%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Mayes County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$691
per month
1 bedroom
$696
per month
2 bedroom
$910
per month
3 bedroom
$1,175
per month
4 bedroom
$1,366
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Mayes County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$57,279
per year
Individual earnings
$36,339
per year
Per capita
$30,528
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Mayes County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$171,900
Annual property tax
$1,153

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Mayes 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 Mayes County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
15.5%

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 Mayes 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 Mayes County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
25.3 min
Drive alone
79.0%
Public transit
0.2%
Work from home
7.1%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Mayes County

What it costs to live in Mayes County each month.

Single person
$2,619
per month
  • Rent $696
  • Energy $184
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $310
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $430
  • State tax $144
Couple
$3,828
per month
  • Rent $910
  • Energy $221
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $514
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $607
  • State tax $227
Family
$6,209
per month
  • Rent $1,175
  • Energy $276
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $779
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $607
  • State tax $227

Frequently asked questions about Mayes County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Mayes County?

In Mayes County, OK, a one-bedroom apartment averages $696 per month, a two-bedroom averages $910 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,175 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Mayes County?

In Mayes County, OK, the average household income is $57,279 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $36,339 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Mayes County?

The estimated cost of living in Mayes County, OK is approximately $2,619 per month for a single person, $3,828 for a couple, $6,209 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Mayes County?

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

Is Mayes County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Mayes County, OK would need approximately $2,619 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $57,279 per year ($4,773 per month). Mayes County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Mayes County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Mayes County, OK is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 15.5% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Mayes County?

The average home value in Mayes County, OK is $171,900, with average annual property taxes of $1,153, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Mayes 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