Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
14% cheaper
Oklahoma City is 14% more affordable than Las Vegas. A $75,000 salary in Las Vegas is equivalent to $64,604 in Oklahoma City.
Index values shown. National average = 100. Lower is cheaper.
To maintain the same standard of living:
See exact take-home pay: Nevada salaries · Oklahoma salaries
Housing is typically the biggest factor in any cost-of-living comparison. Las Vegas has a housing index of 106 while Oklahoma City sits at 68 (national average = 100). The median home in Las Vegas costs $350,000 compared to $195,000 in Oklahoma City, a difference of $155,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $1,400 in Las Vegas versus $1,000 in Oklahoma City.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a notable difference: Las Vegas scores 101 while Oklahoma City scores 95. Both cities are close to the national average for grocery costs.
Healthcare costs in Las Vegas (96) are higher than Oklahoma City (92).
Median household income in Las Vegas is $56,415 compared to $55,458 in Oklahoma City. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Oklahoma City.
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