Perry, OK vs Waurika, OK

There is a significant gap in the cost of living between these two cities. Waurika is 16.2% cheaper than Perry. With a cost index of 54 vs 63, the difference would have a meaningful impact on a household's monthly budget. Someone relocating from Waurika to Perry should plan for substantially higher expenses across most categories.

On the housing front, median rent in Perry is $763/month compared to $616/month in Waurika — a 24% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Waurika is more affordable at $49,500 median vs $101,800.

Median household income in Perry is $63,000 compared to $42,054 in Waurika (+49.8%). While Perry is more expensive, its higher salaries more than compensate — residents there may actually end up with more disposable income. Looking at affordability, residents of Perry spend roughly 14.5% of their income on rent, less than the 17.6% in Waurika.