Chandler, OK vs Medford, OK

Medford is moderately more affordable than Chandler, with a 7.3% lower cost of living index. Chandler scores 66 compared to 61 for Medford, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Chandler can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Chandler is $807/month compared to $814/month in Medford — a 1% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Chandler has cheaper rent, Medford actually has lower median home values ($65,600 vs $114,800).

Median household income in Chandler is $48,607 compared to $61,477 in Medford (-20.9%). Medford offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Chandler spend roughly 19.9% of their income on rent, more than the 15.9% in Medford.