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Overall prices in the Austin, TX metro were 98.1 vs 90.4 in Oklahoma City, OK in 2024 (US = 100), so Austin is 8.5% more expensive than Oklahoma City; housing rents differ by 63% (120.4 vs 73.9). A $75,000 income in Austin buys about what $69,143 buys in Oklahoma City, per BEA.
Data as of 2024. Source: U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Regional Price Parities 2024
| Price index (US = 100) | Austin | Oklahoma City | Austin vs Oklahoma City |
|---|---|---|---|
| All items | 98.1 | 90.4 | +8.5% |
| Goods | 93.8 | 93.8 | -0.0% |
| Housing (rents) | 120.4 | 73.9 | +62.9% |
| Utilities | 82.0 | 74.1 | +10.8% |
| Other services | 96.2 | 95.5 | +0.8% |
| All items, 2008 | 99.6 | 92.8 | +7.3% |
| $50,000 in Austin equals in Oklahoma City | $46,095 | ||
| $100,000 in Austin equals in Oklahoma City | $92,191 | ||
| $150,000 in Austin equals in Oklahoma City | $138,286 |
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Last updated 2026-10-16. Data only, not financial or tax advice.