Side-by-side cost of living comparison for 2026
33% cheaper
Tulsa is 33% more affordable than Miami. A $75,000 salary in Miami is equivalent to $50,197 in Tulsa.
Index values shown. National average = 100. Lower is cheaper.
To maintain the same standard of living:
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Housing is typically the biggest factor in any cost-of-living comparison. Miami has a housing index of 172 while Tulsa sits at 63 (national average = 100). The median home in Miami costs $450,000 compared to $175,000 in Tulsa, a difference of $275,000. Monthly rent follows a similar pattern: $2,200 in Miami versus $950 in Tulsa.
Groceries and everyday expenses show a notable difference: Miami scores 108 while Tulsa scores 95.
Healthcare costs in Miami (99) are higher than Tulsa (91).
Median household income in Miami is $44,268 compared to $48,278 in Tulsa. When adjusted for cost of living, income goes further in Tulsa.
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