Quick answer
Overall prices in the San Diego, CA metro were 111.9 vs 90.4 in Oklahoma City, OK in 2024 (US = 100), so San Diego is 23.8% more expensive than Oklahoma City; housing rents differ by 143% (179.3 vs 73.9). A $75,000 income in San Diego buys about what $60,602 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) | San Diego | Oklahoma City | San Diego vs Oklahoma City |
|---|---|---|---|
| All items | 111.9 | 90.4 | +23.8% |
| Goods | 108.0 | 93.8 | +15.1% |
| Housing (rents) | 179.3 | 73.9 | +142.6% |
| Utilities | 174.2 | 74.1 | +135.3% |
| Other services | 99.6 | 95.5 | +4.3% |
| All items, 2008 | 113.7 | 92.8 | +22.5% |
| $50,000 in San Diego equals in Oklahoma City | $40,401 | ||
| $100,000 in San Diego equals in Oklahoma City | $80,803 | ||
| $150,000 in San Diego equals in Oklahoma City | $121,204 |
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Last updated 2026-10-16. Data only, not financial or tax advice.