Cost of Living in Tulsa, OK
Cost indexes, living wages, and fair market rents — 2024 Data
Cost of Living Overview
Overall Index
95.7
100 = national avg
-4.3 vs national average
Living Wage (1 Adult)
$42,124
per year
Living Wage (Family of 4)
$99,566
per year
Cost Index by Category
Housing104.7
Food94.6
Transportation81.1
Healthcare95.7
Utilities97.7
100 = national average. Higher = more expensive.
Fair Market Rent
Source: HUD1 Bedroom
$987
per month
2 Bedroom
$1,217
per month
The overall cost of living index in Tulsa is 95.7, which is 4.3% below the national average. Housing costs are above the national average at an index of 104.7. A single adult needs to earn approximately $42,124 per year to cover basic expenses.