Hugo, OK vs Waurika, OK

Waurika is moderately more affordable than Hugo, with a 8.1% lower cost of living index. Hugo scores 58 compared to 54 for Waurika, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Hugo can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Hugo is $634/month compared to $616/month in Waurika — a 3% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Waurika is more affordable at $49,500 median vs $96,100.

Median household income in Hugo is $31,694 compared to $42,054 in Waurika (-24.6%). Waurika offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Hugo spend roughly 24% of their income on rent, more than the 17.6% in Waurika.