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Overall prices in the New York, NY metro were 112.6 vs 90.4 in Oklahoma City, OK in 2024 (US = 100), so New York is 24.5% more expensive than Oklahoma City; housing rents differ by 101% (148.6 vs 73.9). A $75,000 income in New York buys about what $60,238 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) | New York | Oklahoma City | New York vs Oklahoma City |
|---|---|---|---|
| All items | 112.6 | 90.4 | +24.5% |
| Goods | 110.3 | 93.8 | +17.6% |
| Housing (rents) | 148.6 | 73.9 | +101.1% |
| Utilities | 127.0 | 74.1 | +71.5% |
| Other services | 105.8 | 95.5 | +10.9% |
| All items, 2008 | 113.5 | 92.8 | +22.3% |
| $50,000 in New York equals in Oklahoma City | $40,159 | ||
| $100,000 in New York equals in Oklahoma City | $80,318 | ||
| $150,000 in New York equals in Oklahoma City | $120,477 |
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Last updated 2026-10-16. Data only, not financial or tax advice.