Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
16% cheaper
Oklahoma City is 16% more affordable than Dallas. A $75,000 salary in Dallas is equivalent to $63,350 in Oklahoma City.
Index values shown. National average = 100. Lower is cheaper.
To maintain the same standard of living:
See exact take-home pay: Texas salaries · Oklahoma salaries
Housing is typically the biggest factor in any cost-of-living comparison. Dallas has a housing index of 104 while Oklahoma City sits at 68 (national average = 100). The median home in Dallas costs $310,000 compared to $195,000 in Oklahoma City, a difference of $115,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $1,500 in Dallas versus $1,000 in Oklahoma City.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a narrower gap: Dallas scores 97 while Oklahoma City scores 95. Both cities are close to the national average for grocery costs.
Healthcare costs in Dallas (100) are higher than Oklahoma City (92).
Median household income in Dallas is $54,747 compared to $55,458 in Oklahoma City. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Oklahoma City.
Amazon affiliate links