Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
17% cheaper
Tulsa is 17% more affordable than Richmond. A $75,000 salary in Richmond is equivalent to $61,893 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. Richmond has a housing index of 108 while Tulsa sits at 63 (national average = 100). The median home in Richmond costs $300,000 compared to $175,000 in Tulsa, a difference of $125,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $1,400 in Richmond versus $950 in Tulsa.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a notable difference: Richmond scores 100 while Tulsa scores 95. Both cities are close to the national average for grocery costs.
Healthcare costs in Richmond (100) are higher than Tulsa (91).
Median household income in Richmond is $50,120 compared to $48,278 in Tulsa. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Tulsa.
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