Cost of Living in Seiling, OK

With a cost of living index of 77, Seiling, OK is a very affordable place to live. Living here is 23% cheaper than the national average and 6% above the Oklahoma state average of 71. Seiling is a small community of 863 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Seiling's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $1,063 (19% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $163,400 (46% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 3x the median household income — well within traditional affordability guidelines.

The median household income in Seiling is $54,318, which is 28% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 23% of household income on rent. This is a comfortable ratio, well below the 30% threshold that financial experts recommend as a maximum. Lower incomes here are balanced by the significantly lower cost of living, stretching each dollar further.

Climate is another factor for anyone considering a move to Seiling. The area sees an average annual temperature of 59.1°F, with summers averaging 80°F and winters around 38°F. Annual rainfall totals 21.4 inches spread over roughly 65 days.

Data sources: US Census Bureau (ACS 2023), Zillow Home Values, HUD Fair Market Rents, BEA Regional Price Parities, BLS Average Prices, and NOAA Climate Normals. Updated monthly.