Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
18% cheaper
Oklahoma City is 18% more affordable than Madison. A $75,000 salary in Madison is equivalent to $61,557 in Oklahoma City.
Index values shown. National average = 100. Lower is cheaper.
To maintain the same standard of living:
See exact take-home pay: Wisconsin salaries · Oklahoma salaries
Housing is typically the biggest factor in any cost-of-living comparison. Madison has a housing index of 115 while Oklahoma City sits at 68 (national average = 100). The median home in Madison costs $340,000 compared to $195,000 in Oklahoma City, a difference of $145,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $1,400 in Madison versus $1,000 in Oklahoma City.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a notable difference: Madison scores 101 while Oklahoma City scores 95. Both cities are close to the national average for grocery costs.
Healthcare costs in Madison (105) are higher than Oklahoma City (92).
Median household income in Madison is $67,565 compared to $55,458 in Oklahoma City. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Oklahoma City.
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