Cost of Living in Welling, OK

With a cost of living index of 66, Welling, OK is one of the most affordable cities in the country. Living here is 34% cheaper than the national average and 5% below the Oklahoma state average of 71. Welling is a small community of 764 residents.

Housing costs are the biggest factor in Welling's cost of living. The median monthly rent is $691 (48% below the US median of $1,319), and the median home value sits at $172,500 (43% below the national median of $304,900). At current prices, the median home costs roughly 3.5x the median household income — a moderately affordable ratio by today's standards.

The median household income in Welling is $48,750, which is 35% lower than the national median of $75,149. Residents spend roughly 17% 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 Welling. The area sees an average annual temperature of 60.8°F, with summers averaging 80°F and winters around 41°F. Annual rainfall totals 43.2 inches spread over roughly 101 days. The mild climate is a draw for many residents and keeps utility costs moderate year-round.

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.