Dougherty, OK vs Sterling, OK

Sterling is moderately more affordable than Dougherty, with a 10.9% lower cost of living index. Dougherty scores 71 compared to 64 for Sterling, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Dougherty can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Dougherty is $1,057/month compared to $775/month in Sterling — a 36% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Sterling has cheaper rent, Dougherty actually has lower median home values ($95,300 vs $120,800).

Median household income in Dougherty is $50,833 compared to $65,521 in Sterling (-22.4%). Sterling offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Dougherty spend roughly 25% of their income on rent, more than the 14.2% in Sterling.