Burns Flat, OK vs Kiowa, OK

Kiowa is moderately more affordable than Burns Flat, with a 9.6% lower cost of living index. Burns Flat scores 65 compared to 59 for Kiowa, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Burns Flat can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Burns Flat is $817/month compared to $723/month in Kiowa — a 13% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Kiowa is more affordable at $70,900 median vs $105,100.

Median household income in Burns Flat is $41,974 compared to $45,625 in Kiowa (-8%). Kiowa offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Burns Flat spend roughly 23.4% of their income on rent, more than the 19% in Kiowa.