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Cost & Benefits

Chicago vs Oklahoma City

Simple answer

You'd likely save $310 a month in Oklahoma City.

Typical rent is $1,440 in Chicago and $1,130 in Oklahoma City. This is the Census typical rent, not a promise about your lease.

Chicago

Illinois

Typical rent
$1,440
Typical pay
$77,902 a year
2-bedroom fair rent
$2,011
Price index
103.6 (metro)

Oklahoma City

Oklahoma

Typical rent
$1,130
Typical pay
$68,656 a year
2-bedroom fair rent
$1,264
Price index
90.4 (metro)

Benefits after a move

Benefit rules change with the state, not the city. Check both state guides before you move.