Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
16% cheaper
Oklahoma City is 16% more affordable than Provo. A $75,000 salary in Provo is equivalent to $62,740 in Oklahoma City.
Index values shown. National average = 100. Lower is cheaper.
To maintain the same standard of living:
See exact take-home pay: Oklahoma salaries · Utah salaries
Housing is typically the biggest factor in any cost-of-living comparison. Oklahoma City has a housing index of 68 while Provo sits at 112 (national average = 100). The median home in Oklahoma City costs $195,000 compared to $380,000 in Provo, a difference of $185,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $1,000 in Oklahoma City versus $1,300 in Provo.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a narrower gap: Oklahoma City scores 95 while Provo scores 98. Both cities are close to the national average for grocery costs.
Healthcare costs in Oklahoma City (92) are lower than Provo (97).
Median household income in Oklahoma City is $55,458 compared to $51,048 in Provo. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Oklahoma City.
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