Waurika, OK vs Welch, OK

Waurika is moderately more affordable than Welch, with a 5.8% lower cost of living index. Waurika scores 54 compared to 57 for Welch, where the US average is 100. This difference means residents of Welch can expect to pay noticeably more for everyday expenses, housing, and services.

On the housing front, median rent in Waurika is $616/month compared to $567/month in Welch — a 9% difference. Interestingly, home values tell a different story: while Welch has cheaper rent, Waurika actually has lower median home values ($49,500 vs $108,200).

Median household income in Waurika is $42,054 compared to $36,042 in Welch (+16.7%). 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 Waurika spend roughly 17.6% of their income on rent, less than the 18.9% in Welch.

Climate-wise, Waurika is notably warmer with an average of 63.7°F compared to 58.8°F in Welch. Welch receives more rainfall at 40.4" per year compared to 27.9" in Waurika.