Arkoma, OK vs Boswell, OK

Arkoma, OK and Boswell, OK have a very similar cost of living, with only a 3.8% difference in their overall index. Arkoma scores 57 while Boswell scores 55 on the cost of living index, where 100 represents the national average. The day-to-day expenses for residents in both cities are comparable, though differences emerge when looking at specific categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Arkoma is $677/month compared to $587/month in Boswell — a 15% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Boswell has cheaper rent, Arkoma actually has lower median home values ($67,300 vs $74,700).

Median household income in Arkoma is $39,236 compared to $26,167 in Boswell (+49.9%). While Arkoma is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Arkoma spend roughly 20.7% of their income on rent, less than the 26.9% in Boswell.