Shidler, OK vs Wister, OK

Shidler is moderately more affordable than Wister, with a 6.7% lower cost of living index. Shidler scores 59 compared to 64 for Wister, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Wister can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Shidler is $788/month compared to $810/month in Wister — a 3% difference. Home values follow the same pattern: Shidler is more affordable at $47,600 median vs $93,200.

Median household income in Shidler is $68,553 compared to $35,655 in Wister (+92.3%). Shidler offers a double advantage: higher earnings combined with a lower cost of living, giving residents significantly more purchasing power. Looking at affordability, residents of Shidler spend roughly 13.8% of their income on rent, less than the 27.3% in Wister.

Climate-wise, Wister is notably warmer with an average of 62.4°F compared to 59.4°F in Shidler. Wister receives more rainfall at 47.3" per year compared to 33.6" in Shidler.