Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
20% cheaper
Tulsa is 20% more affordable than Minneapolis. A $75,000 salary in Minneapolis is equivalent to $60,142 in Tulsa.
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 Tulsa sits at 63 (national average = 100). The median home in Minneapolis costs $310,000 compared to $175,000 in Tulsa, a difference of $135,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $1,500 in Minneapolis versus $950 in Tulsa.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a notable difference: Minneapolis scores 104 while Tulsa scores 95. Both cities are close to the national average for grocery costs.
Healthcare costs in Minneapolis (105) are higher than Tulsa (91).
Median household income in Minneapolis is $64,285 compared to $48,278 in Tulsa. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Tulsa.
Amazon affiliate links