Dougherty, OK vs Washington, OK

Dougherty, OK and Washington, OK have a very similar cost of living, with only a 4.2% difference in their overall index. Dougherty scores 71 while Washington scores 74 on the cost of living index, where 100 represents the national average. The day-to-day expenses for residents in both cities are comparable, though differences emerge when looking at specific categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Dougherty is $1,057/month compared to $814/month in Washington — a 30% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Washington has cheaper rent, Dougherty actually has lower median home values ($95,300 vs $214,900).

Median household income in Dougherty is $50,833 compared to $84,444 in Washington (-39.8%). While Washington is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Dougherty spend roughly 25% of their income on rent, more than the 11.6% in Washington.