4 Most Affordable Places to Live in Oklahoma
From the diverse landscapes of Green Country and the rugged beauty of the Wichita Mountains to welcoming communities and country music, there are many reasons why you may want to consider living in Oklahoma. And if you’re contemplating renting or buying a home in the state, then chances are you have a budget you’d like to stay under. For example, the median home sale price in Oklahoma is $253,300 as of July.
If that price doesn’t fit into your budget, don’t worry. Redfin has collected 4 of the most affordable places to live in Oklahoma – and the best part is that they all have a median home sale price under $253,300. From Lawton to Tulsa, find out which cities made the list.
#1: Lawton
Median home price: $155,000
Average sale price per square foot: $101
Average rent for a 1-bedroom apartment: $500
Median household income: $47,690
Nearest major metro: Oklahoma City (90 miles)
Lawton, OK homes for sale
Lawton, OK apartments for rent
With a median home sale price of $155,000, Lawton lands the number one spot on our list as the most affordable place to live in Oklahoma. There are about 90,400 residents living in this mid-sized city. If you’re considering moving to this area make sure to check out the exhibits at the Comanche National Museum and Cultural Center and the Museum of the Great Plains. You can also visit Elmer Thomas Park where you’ll find walking paths and the picturesque Lake Helen, or spend the afternoon at Lake Lawtonka.
#2: Midwest City
Median home price: $177,500
Average sale price per square foot: $127
Average rent for a 1-bedroom apartment: $699
Median household income: $49,368
Nearest major metro: Oklahoma City (8 miles)
Midwest City, OK homes for sale
Midwest City, OK apartments for rent
Oklahoma’s second most affordable place to live is Midwest City. When living in this city of 58,400 people, you can visit the Town Center Plaza, explore the Rose State College campus, or take a walk through the many parks and nature trails like SCIP Recreational Trails.
#3: Enid
Median home price: $208,000
Average sale price per square foot: $133
Average rent for a 1-bedroom apartment: $525
Median household income: $51,784
Nearest major metro: Oklahoma City (100 miles)
Enid, OK homes for sale
Enid, OK apartments for rent
Third is Enid where about 51,300 residents currently live. The median home sale price is $208,000 which is about $45K less than the median home sale price in Oklahoma. Make sure to visit one of the museums like the Railroad Museum of Oklahoma or Leonardo’s Children’s Museum & Adventure Quest. You can also check out the live events at Stride Bank Center or have a picnic at Government Springs Park if you move to the third most affordable city.
#4: Tulsa
Median home price: $250,000
Average sale price per square foot: $142
Average rent for a 1-bedroom apartment: $850
Median household income: $49,368
Nearest major metro: Oklahoma City (106 miles)
Tulsa, OK homes for sale
Tulsa, OK apartments for rent
Slightly more expensive than Enid is Tulsa, the final city on our list. About 413,100 people live in Tulsa, where there are plenty of unique activities to do. Be sure to explore the art collections at Philbrook Museum of Art, stroll through the Tulsa Zoo, see a live show at the historic Cain’s Ballroom, or spend the day outside at the Gathering Place.
Methodology: All cities must have over 50,000 residents per the US Census and have a median home sale price under the average median home sale price in Oklahoma. Median home sale price and median sale price per square foot from the Redfin Data Center during July 2023. Average rental data from Rent.com July 2023. Population and median household income data sourced from the United States Census Bureau.
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