Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
16% cheaper
Tulsa is 16% more affordable than Las Vegas. A $75,000 salary in Las Vegas is equivalent to $63,119 in Tulsa.
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 Tulsa sits at 63 (national average = 100). The median home in Las Vegas costs $350,000 compared to $175,000 in Tulsa, a difference of $175,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $1,400 in Las Vegas versus $950 in Tulsa.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a notable difference: Las Vegas scores 101 while Tulsa scores 95. Both cities are close to the national average for grocery costs.
Healthcare costs in Las Vegas (96) are higher than Tulsa (91).
Median household income in Las Vegas is $56,415 compared to $48,278 in Tulsa. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Tulsa.
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