Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
8% cheaper
Oklahoma City is 8% more affordable than Jacksonville. A $75,000 salary in Jacksonville is equivalent to $68,684 in Oklahoma City.
Index values shown. National average = 100. Lower is cheaper.
To maintain the same standard of living:
See exact take-home pay: Florida salaries · Oklahoma salaries
Housing is typically the biggest factor in any cost-of-living comparison. Jacksonville has a housing index of 89 while Oklahoma City sits at 68 (national average = 100). The median home in Jacksonville costs $280,000 compared to $195,000 in Oklahoma City, a difference of $85,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $1,400 in Jacksonville versus $1,000 in Oklahoma City.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a notable difference: Jacksonville scores 101 while Oklahoma City scores 95. Both cities are close to the national average for grocery costs.
Healthcare costs in Jacksonville (95) are higher than Oklahoma City (92).
Median household income in Jacksonville is $53,025 compared to $55,458 in Oklahoma City. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Oklahoma City.
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