Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
30% cheaper
Tulsa is 30% more affordable than Newark. A $75,000 salary in Newark is equivalent to $52,686 in Tulsa.
Index values shown. National average = 100. Lower is cheaper.
To maintain the same standard of living:
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Housing is typically the biggest factor in any cost-of-living comparison. Newark has a housing index of 149 while Tulsa sits at 63 (national average = 100). The median home in Newark costs $340,000 compared to $175,000 in Tulsa, a difference of $165,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $1,400 in Newark versus $950 in Tulsa.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a notable difference: Newark scores 103 while Tulsa scores 95. Both cities are close to the national average for grocery costs.
Healthcare costs in Newark (105) are higher than Tulsa (91).
Median household income in Newark is $40,014 compared to $48,278 in Tulsa. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Tulsa.
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