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Cost of living in Oklahoma

Rent, taxes, earnings and more across all 77 Oklahoma counties.

Avg. 1-bed rent
$763/mo
Avg. household income
$58,273/yr
Avg. home value
$142,268
Avg. monthly cost
$2,695/mo
Cheapest county
Adair County
$2,505/mo for a single person
Most expensive county
McClain County
$3,101/mo for a single person

Last updated May 21, 2026

Taxes in Oklahoma

State income, sales and local tax rates.

State income tax
4.75%
Flat rate

Oklahoma has a flat state income tax rate of 4.75%.

State sales tax
4.50%
Combined sales tax
8.97%
incl. average local of 4.47%

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Rent in Oklahoma

The average one-bedroom rent across Oklahoma is $763/mo. Rent varies from $694/mo in Adair County to $961/mo in Oklahoma County.

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Cheapest places to live in Oklahoma

Top 10 counties by estimated single-person monthly cost.

Rankings include rent, utilities, groceries, transport, healthcare and taxes. See our methodology.

Most expensive places to live in Oklahoma

Top 10 counties by estimated single-person monthly cost.

Highest earning counties in Oklahoma

Top 10 by average household income.

All 77 counties in Oklahoma

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Frequently asked questions about Oklahoma

Common questions about cost of living, taxes and rent.

What is the cost of living in Oklahoma?

The average cost of living in Oklahoma is approximately $2,695 per month for a single person. This includes rent, utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare and taxes. Costs range from $2,505/mo in Adair County to $3,101/mo in McClain County.

What is the average rent in Oklahoma?

The average one-bedroom rent in Oklahoma is $763 per month, based on HUD Fair Market Rent data across all 77 counties.

What is the average salary in Oklahoma?

The average household income in Oklahoma is $58,273 per year, according to U.S. Census Bureau data.

Does Oklahoma have state income tax?

Yes, Oklahoma has a flat state income tax of 4.75%.

What is the sales tax in Oklahoma?

The combined state and local sales tax rate in Oklahoma averages 8.97%. The state rate is 4.50% with an average local addition of 4.47%.

What are the cheapest places to live in Oklahoma?

The cheapest counties to live in Oklahoma based on overall monthly costs are: 1. Jefferson County ($2,504/mo), 2. Adair County ($2,505/mo), 3. Delaware County ($2,526/mo), 4. Ottawa County ($2,535/mo), 5. Custer County ($2,540/mo).

What are the most expensive places to live in Oklahoma?

The most expensive counties to live in Oklahoma based on overall monthly costs are: 1. McClain County ($3,101/mo), 2. Canadian County ($3,078/mo), 3. Wagoner County ($3,048/mo), 4. Rogers County ($3,000/mo), 5. Logan County ($2,990/mo).

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About this data

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

  • U.S. Census Bureau (ACS 5-Year Estimates)
  • HUD Fair Market Rents FY2025
  • Energy Information Administration (EIA)
  • Tax Foundation state and local rates
Methodology All data sources