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Cost of living in Seminole County, OK

Estimated monthly cost
$2,580/mo
for a single person, all categories combined

Population 23,550 · Last updated May 21, 2026

Cost breakdown

Single person, by category, per month.

Rent $722 28%
Healthcare $480 19%
Federal tax $378 15%
Transport $320 12%
Groceries $310 12%
Energy $184 7%
State tax $131 5%
Water $55 2%

Rent in Seminole County

Fair Market Rents by bedroom count.

Studio
$632
per month
1 bedroom
$722
per month
2 bedroom
$910
per month
3 bedroom
$1,177
per month
4 bedroom
$1,331
per month

Source: HUD FMR FY2025

Income and earnings in Seminole County

Annual earnings figures from the Census ACS.

Household income
$46,191
per year
Individual earnings
$33,161
per year
Per capita
$24,102
per year

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year.

Home values in Seminole County

Average values reported by homeowners.

Average home value
$91,200
Annual property tax
$552

Source: ACS 2019-2023 5-Year

Energy costs in Seminole 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 Seminole County

Insurance premiums and coverage rates.

Individual premium
$480
per month
Family premium
$1,350
per month
Uninsured rate
19.0%

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 Seminole 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 Seminole County

Commute patterns and estimated costs.

Average commute
23.6 min
Drive alone
80.5%
Public transit
0.1%
Work from home
5.5%

Source: ACS

Monthly cost estimates for Seminole County

What it costs to live in Seminole County each month.

Single person
$2,580
per month
  • Rent $722
  • Energy $184
  • Water $55
  • Groceries $310
  • Transport $320
  • Healthcare $480
  • Federal tax $378
  • State tax $131
Couple
$3,613
per month
  • Rent $910
  • Energy $221
  • Water $65
  • Groceries $514
  • Transport $420
  • Healthcare $864
  • Federal tax $436
  • State tax $183
Family
$5,996
per month
  • Rent $1,177
  • Energy $276
  • Water $75
  • Groceries $779
  • Transport $520
  • Healthcare $1,350
  • Childcare $1,200
  • Federal tax $436
  • State tax $183

Frequently asked questions about Seminole County

Common questions about cost of living, rent and salary.

What is the average rent in Seminole County?

In Seminole County, OK, a one-bedroom apartment averages $722 per month, a two-bedroom averages $910 per month, a three-bedroom averages $1,177 per month, according to HUD Fair Market Rent data.

What is the average salary in Seminole County?

In Seminole County, OK, the average household income is $46,191 per year and individual earnings for full-time workers average $33,161 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

What is the cost of living in Seminole County?

The estimated cost of living in Seminole County, OK is approximately $2,580 per month for a single person, $3,613 for a couple, $5,996 for a family. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, and taxes.

What is the sales tax rate in Seminole County?

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

Is Seminole County an affordable place to live?

Based on the data, a single person in Seminole County, OK would need approximately $2,580 per month to cover rent, utilities, food, transport, healthcare, and taxes. The average household income is $46,191 per year ($3,849 per month). Seminole County has a moderate cost of living relative to local earnings.

How much does healthcare cost in Seminole County?

The ACA marketplace benchmark premium in Seminole County, OK is approximately $480 per month for an individual. Approximately 19.0% of residents are uninsured. Actual costs vary based on employer coverage, plan type, and individual circumstances.

What are house prices in Seminole County?

The average home value in Seminole County, OK is $91,200, with average annual property taxes of $552, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

How does Seminole 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