Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
63% cheaper
Oklahoma City is 63% more affordable than Manhattan. A $75,000 salary in Manhattan is equivalent to $27,766 in Oklahoma City.
Index values shown. National average = 100. Lower is cheaper.
To maintain the same standard of living:
See exact take-home pay: New York salaries · Oklahoma salaries
Housing is typically the biggest factor in any cost-of-living comparison. Manhattan has a housing index of 421 while Oklahoma City sits at 68 (national average = 100). The median home in Manhattan costs $1,150,000 compared to $195,000 in Oklahoma City, a difference of $955,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $4,200 in Manhattan versus $1,000 in Oklahoma City.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a notable difference: Manhattan scores 115 while Oklahoma City scores 95.
Healthcare costs in Manhattan (112) are higher than Oklahoma City (92).
Median household income in Manhattan is $93,651 compared to $55,458 in Oklahoma City. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Oklahoma City.
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