Cost of Living in Henryetta, OK

Population 5,631 · Oklahoma · Data vintage 2023

40
Cost Index
(100 = US avg)
Page updated: · Data vintage: 2023 ACS 5-Year
Sources: Census ACS·BLS·NOAA·EPA·Zillow · Methodology

At $44,541, median household incomes in Henryetta land roughly 40% below the US median, a gap that tends to persist across local labor-market indicators. Unemployment has stayed elevated relative to the national figure — 9.7% as of the most recent ACS release — which shows up in household-income and poverty figures as well.

Geographically, Henryetta is about 45 miles south of Broken Arrow, the nearest large metro. Median home values run roughly 62% lower than Broken Arrow's $229,000.

Cost Overview

Housing 28
Rent 57

Scale: 100 = US national average. Green < 90, Red > 110.

About the Cost of Living in Henryetta

The median home value in Henryetta is $86,100 — 72% below the national median of $305,000. Median rent runs $752/month, 43% lower than the national median of $1,314/month. The median household income of $44,541/year is 40% lower than the US median of $74,580. The local unemployment rate is 9.7%, above the national average of 4.8%. Oklahoma's top state income tax rate is 4.8% and the combined sales tax is 9.0%. The climate averages highs of 71.9°F and lows of 49.8°F. Overall, Henryetta has a cost of living index of 40 versus the US average of 100, meaning it is 60% less expensive.

🏠 Housing

Median Home Value
$86,100
72% below avg
Zillow Home Value
$110,663
Zillow ZHVI
Median Rent
$752/mo
43% below avg
Price-to-Rent Ratio
9.5x
Favors buying
Property Tax Rate
0.9%
Effective rate

HUD Fair Market Rents by Bedroom

Studio
$678
1 BR
$728
2 BR
$910
3 BR
$1,220
4 BR
$1,439
Owner-occupied 61.9%
Renter-occupied 38.1%

💰 Estimated Monthly Budget

Rent median rent
$752
Groceries national estimate
$400
Utilities local estimate
$88
Transportation local gas prices
$126
Estimated Total $1,366/mo

Estimates based on median data and national averages. Actual costs vary.

🛒 Food & Groceries

National BLS average prices (2023). Local prices may vary.

🥚
Eggs (dozen)
$0.548
🍞
White Bread (lb)
$1.912
🥩
Ground Beef (lb)
$5.61

🚗 Transportation

Avg Commute
19.8 min
27% below avg
Gas Price
$3.145/gal
0% below avg
Work From Home
5.3%

Commute Mode

Drove alone
74.8%
Carpooled
17.0%
Walked
2.1%
Work from home
5.3%

Utilities

Electricity
$0.176/kWh
0% below avg

📋 Taxes

State Income Tax 4.8%
Total Sales Tax 9.0%
State rate 4.5%
Avg local rate 4.5%
Property Tax 0.9%

💼 Income & Employment

Median Household Income
$44,541
40% below avg
Per Capita Income
$23,961
Unemployment Rate
9.7%
102% above avg
Poverty Rate
27.9%
Labor Force Participation
49.8%

🎓 Education

Bachelor's degree+ 8.7%
Graduate degree 4.8%

👥 Demographics

Median Age 40.3
Male median age 42.8
Female median age 39.1

🌤 Climate

NOAA 1991–2020 Climate Normals

Avg High
71.9°F
Avg Low
49.8°F
Annual Precip
43.2"
20° 40° 60° 80° 100° JFMAMJJASOND High Low Precip
Month JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
High °F 505464727987929285746252
Low °F 283241495867717062503931
Precip" 2.332.173.364.115.494.423.603.094.334.123.352.86

🏫 Schools

NCES CCD 2019 — public school district data

83.4%
4-Year Graduation Rate
15.3:1
Student-teacher ratio
6
Public schools
1,512
Total enrollment

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cost of living in Henryetta, OK?

Henryetta has a cost index of 40 (100 = national average). It is 60% below the national average.

What is average rent in Henryetta, OK?

The median gross rent in Henryetta is $752 per month based on 2023 Census data.

What is the average home price in Henryetta?

The median home value in Henryetta is $86,100 according to Zillow and Census data.

What is the median income in Henryetta?

The median household income in Henryetta is $44,541 per year (2023 ACS 5-year estimates).

What is the sales tax in Henryetta, OK?

The combined state and local sales tax rate in Henryetta is 9.0%. The Oklahoma state income tax top rate is 4.8%.

Is Henryetta, OK affordable?

Yes, Henryetta is generally considered affordable, with a cost of living index of 40 — about 60% below the US national average of 100.

What is the weather like in Henryetta?

Henryetta has average high temperatures of 71.9°F and average lows of 49.8°F. Annual precipitation is 43.2". Data from NOAA 1991–2020 Climate Normals.

Henryetta at a Glance

Population
5,631
Median Income
$44,541
Home Value
$86,100
Median Rent
$752/mo
Unemployment
9.7%
Avg High Temp
71.9°F
Sales Tax
9.0%
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