Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
24% cheaper
Oklahoma City is 24% more affordable than Ann Arbor. A $75,000 salary in Ann Arbor is equivalent to $57,237 in Oklahoma City.
Index values shown. National average = 100. Lower is cheaper.
To maintain the same standard of living:
See exact take-home pay: Michigan salaries · Oklahoma salaries
Housing is typically the biggest factor in any cost-of-living comparison. Ann Arbor has a housing index of 135 while Oklahoma City sits at 68 (national average = 100). The median home in Ann Arbor costs $400,000 compared to $195,000 in Oklahoma City, a difference of $205,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $1,600 in Ann Arbor versus $1,000 in Oklahoma City.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a notable difference: Ann Arbor scores 101 while Oklahoma City scores 95. Both cities are close to the national average for grocery costs.
Healthcare costs in Ann Arbor (101) are higher than Oklahoma City (92).
Median household income in Ann Arbor is $65,024 compared to $55,458 in Oklahoma City. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Oklahoma City.
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