Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
28% cheaper
Oklahoma City is 28% more affordable than Newark. A $75,000 salary in Newark is equivalent to $53,926 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 Jersey salaries · Oklahoma salaries
Housing is typically the biggest factor in any cost-of-living comparison. Newark has a housing index of 149 while Oklahoma City sits at 68 (national average = 100). The median home in Newark costs $340,000 compared to $195,000 in Oklahoma City, a difference of $145,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $1,400 in Newark versus $1,000 in Oklahoma City.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a notable difference: Newark scores 103 while Oklahoma City scores 95. Both cities are close to the national average for grocery costs.
Healthcare costs in Newark (105) are higher than Oklahoma City (92).
Median household income in Newark is $40,014 compared to $55,458 in Oklahoma City. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Oklahoma City.
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