Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
18% cheaper
Oklahoma City is 18% more affordable than Minneapolis. A $75,000 salary in Minneapolis 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: Minnesota salaries · Oklahoma salaries
Housing is typically the biggest factor in any cost-of-living comparison. Minneapolis has a housing index of 112 while Oklahoma City sits at 68 (national average = 100). The median home in Minneapolis costs $310,000 compared to $195,000 in Oklahoma City, a difference of $115,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $1,500 in Minneapolis versus $1,000 in Oklahoma City.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a notable difference: Minneapolis scores 104 while Oklahoma City scores 95. Both cities are close to the national average for grocery costs.
Healthcare costs in Minneapolis (105) are higher than Oklahoma City (92).
Median household income in Minneapolis is $64,285 compared to $55,458 in Oklahoma City. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Oklahoma City.
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