Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
27% cheaper
Tulsa is 27% more affordable than Santa Fe. A $75,000 salary in Santa Fe is equivalent to $54,487 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. Santa Fe has a housing index of 153 while Tulsa sits at 63 (national average = 100). The median home in Santa Fe costs $480,000 compared to $175,000 in Tulsa, a difference of $305,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $1,600 in Santa Fe versus $950 in Tulsa.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a notable difference: Santa Fe scores 103 while Tulsa scores 95. Both cities are close to the national average for grocery costs.
Healthcare costs in Santa Fe (95) are higher than Tulsa (91).
Median household income in Santa Fe is $61,982 compared to $48,278 in Tulsa. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Tulsa.
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