Dewey, OK vs Stratford, OK

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Stratford is 20.2% cheaper than Dewey. With a cost index of 58 vs 69, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Stratford to Dewey should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Dewey is $939/month compared to $613/month in Stratford — a 53% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Stratford is more affordable at $87,400 median vs $117,600.

Median household income in Dewey is $42,940 compared to $38,026 in Stratford (+12.9%). The higher salaries in Dewey partially offset the cost difference, but don't fully close the gap. Looking at affordability, residents of Dewey spend roughly 26.2% of their income on rent, more than the 19.3% in Stratford.