Atoka, OK vs Medford, OK

Atoka, OK and Medford, OK have a very similar cost of living, with only a 4.1% difference in their overall index. Atoka scores 59 while Medford scores 61 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 Atoka is $604/month compared to $814/month in Medford — a 26% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Atoka has cheaper rent, Medford actually has lower median home values ($65,600 vs $112,800).

Median household income in Atoka is $42,169 compared to $61,477 in Medford (-31.4%). While Medford is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Atoka spend roughly 17.2% of their income on rent, more than the 15.9% in Medford.