Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
6% cheaper
Oklahoma City is 6% more affordable than Lexington. A $75,000 salary in Lexington is equivalent to $70,161 in Oklahoma City.
Index values shown. National average = 100. Lower is cheaper.
To maintain the same standard of living:
See exact take-home pay: Kentucky salaries · Oklahoma salaries
Housing is typically the biggest factor in any cost-of-living comparison. Lexington has a housing index of 82 while Oklahoma City sits at 68 (national average = 100). The median home in Lexington costs $245,000 compared to $195,000 in Oklahoma City, a difference of $50,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $1,200 in Lexington versus $1,000 in Oklahoma City.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a narrower gap: Lexington scores 96 while Oklahoma City scores 95. Both cities are close to the national average for grocery costs.
Healthcare costs in Lexington (94) are higher than Oklahoma City (92).
Median household income in Lexington is $55,648 compared to $55,458 in Oklahoma City. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Oklahoma City.
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