Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
19% cheaper
Oklahoma City is 19% more affordable than Salt Lake City. A $75,000 salary in Salt Lake City is equivalent to $60,981 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 Salt Lake City sits at 120 (national average = 100). The median home in Oklahoma City costs $195,000 compared to $440,000 in Salt Lake City, a difference of $245,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $1,000 in Oklahoma City versus $1,500 in Salt Lake City.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a narrower gap: Oklahoma City scores 95 while Salt Lake City scores 99. Both cities are close to the national average for grocery costs.
Healthcare costs in Oklahoma City (92) are lower than Salt Lake City (97).
Median household income in Oklahoma City is $55,458 compared to $60,590 in Salt Lake City. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Oklahoma City.
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