Head to head
El Paso, TX vs Oklahoma City, OK
El Paso is cheaper — estimated essentials for a single person run about $120/mo less, and living comfortably there takes roughly $5,000 less in annual salary (taxes included).
| Metric | El Paso77 | Oklahoma City72 |
|---|---|---|
| Est. monthly cost (single) | $3,142 | $3,262 |
| Salary for comfort | $54,000/yr | $59,000/yr |
| Typical rent | $1,010 | $1,090 |
| Median home value | $171,700 | $210,000 |
| Median household income | $58,734 | $62,000 |
| Unemployment | 4.2% | 3.2% |
| Housing score | 92 | 84 |
| Jobs score | 33 | 61 |
| Safety score | 87 | 33 |
| Climate score | 92 | 96 |
| Amenities score | 46 | 55 |
| Population | 678.1K | 687K |
| Summer high / winter low | 96° / 34° | 94° / 29° |
Fit scores use the reference profile (single, $6,700/mo gross, default weights). Green marks the better value per row.
El Paso, TX
Oklahoma City, OK