Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
7% cheaper
Tulsa is 7% more affordable than Grand Rapids. A $75,000 salary in Grand Rapids is equivalent to $70,055 in Tulsa.
Index values shown. National average = 100. Lower is cheaper.
To maintain the same standard of living:
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Housing is typically the biggest factor in any cost-of-living comparison. Grand Rapids has a housing index of 78 while Tulsa sits at 63 (national average = 100). The median home in Grand Rapids costs $240,000 compared to $175,000 in Tulsa, a difference of $65,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $1,200 in Grand Rapids versus $950 in Tulsa.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a narrower gap: Grand Rapids scores 96 while Tulsa scores 95. Both cities are close to the national average for grocery costs.
Healthcare costs in Grand Rapids (98) are higher than Tulsa (91).
Median household income in Grand Rapids is $49,982 compared to $48,278 in Tulsa. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Tulsa.
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