Atoka, OK vs Sallisaw, OK

Atoka is moderately more affordable than Sallisaw, with a 10.9% lower cost of living index. Atoka scores 59 compared to 66 for Sallisaw, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Sallisaw can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Atoka is $604/month compared to $861/month in Sallisaw — a 30% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Atoka is more affordable at $112,800 median vs $123,500.

Median household income in Atoka is $42,169 compared to $47,333 in Sallisaw (-10.9%). The higher salaries in Sallisaw partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Atoka spend roughly 17.2% of their income on rent, less than the 21.8% in Sallisaw.