Jenks, OK vs Newcastle, OK

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Newcastle is 21.7% cheaper than Jenks. With a cost index of 84 vs 102, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Newcastle to Jenks should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Jenks is $1,555/month compared to $1,020/month in Newcastle — a 53% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Newcastle is more affordable at $255,100 median vs $285,600.

Median household income in Jenks is $104,970 compared to $97,315 in Newcastle (+7.9%). Jenks does offer higher incomes, but the salary premium barely offsets the higher cost of living, leaving residents with a tighter budget. Looking at affordability, residents of Jenks spend roughly 17.8% of their income on rent, more than the 12.6% in Newcastle.