Locust Grove, OK vs Stilwell, OK

Locust Grove, OK and Stilwell, OK have a very similar cost of living, with only a 4.6% difference in their overall index. Locust Grove scores 60 while Stilwell scores 58 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 Locust Grove is $667/month compared to $594/month in Stilwell — a 12% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Stilwell is more affordable at $99,800 median vs $103,500.

Median household income in Locust Grove is $44,853 compared to $32,738 in Stilwell (+37%). While Locust Grove is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Locust Grove spend roughly 17.8% of their income on rent, less than the 21.8% in Stilwell.