Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
11% cheaper
Tulsa is 11% more affordable than Jacksonville. A $75,000 salary in Jacksonville is equivalent to $67,105 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. Jacksonville has a housing index of 89 while Tulsa sits at 63 (national average = 100). The median home in Jacksonville costs $280,000 compared to $175,000 in Tulsa, a difference of $105,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $1,400 in Jacksonville versus $950 in Tulsa.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a notable difference: Jacksonville scores 101 while Tulsa scores 95. Both cities are close to the national average for grocery costs.
Healthcare costs in Jacksonville (95) are higher than Tulsa (91).
Median household income in Jacksonville is $53,025 compared to $48,278 in Tulsa. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Tulsa.
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