Cost of Living in Verdigris, OK

Population 5,502 · Oklahoma · Data vintage 2023

80
Cost Index
(100 = US avg)
Page updated: · Data vintage: 2023 ACS 5-Year
Sources: Census ACS·BLS·NOAA·EPA·Zillow · Methodology

Verdigris offers a notably favorable income-to-housing ratio for its region. The typical home — $215,000 — costs less than 2.6 times median household income of $81,406, a threshold many coastal markets passed a decade ago. The labor market has been unusually tight, with unemployment around 2.4% — below most comparable cities in the state.

Geographically, Verdigris sits roughly 15 miles northeast of Tulsa. Median home values run roughly 14% higher than Tulsa's $190,000.

Cost Overview

Housing 71
Rent 94

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

About the Cost of Living in Verdigris

The median home value in Verdigris is $215,400 — 29% below the national median of $305,000. Median rent runs $1,233/month, 6% lower than the national median of $1,314/month. The median household income of $81,406/year is 9% higher than the US median of $74,580. The local unemployment rate is 2.4%, below 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 72.0°F and lows of 50.6°F, with about 8.7" of annual snowfall. Overall, Verdigris has a cost of living index of 80 versus the US average of 100, meaning it is 20% less expensive.

🏠 Housing

Median Home Value
$215,400
29% below avg
Median Rent
$1,233/mo
6% below avg
Price-to-Rent Ratio
14.6x
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 89.4%
Renter-occupied 10.6%

💰 Estimated Monthly Budget

Rent median rent
$1,233
Groceries national estimate
$400
Utilities local estimate
$88
Transportation local gas prices
$126
Estimated Total $1,847/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
23.8 min
12% below avg
Gas Price
$3.145/gal
0% below avg
Work From Home
12.2%

Commute Mode

Drove alone
79.0%
Carpooled
5.7%
Walked
2.1%
Work from home
12.2%

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
$81,406
9% above avg
Per Capita Income
$39,105
Unemployment Rate
2.4%
51% below avg
Poverty Rate
6.4%
Labor Force Participation
71.2%

🎓 Education

Bachelor's degree+ 24.2%
Graduate degree 6.3%

👥 Demographics

Median Age 37.5
Male median age 38.7
Female median age 35.2

🌤 Climate

NOAA 1991–2020 Climate Normals

Avg High
72.0°F
Avg Low
50.6°F
Annual Precip
41"
Annual Snowfall
8.7"
20° 40° 60° 80° 100° JFMAMJJASOND High Low Precip
Month JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec
High °F 495463728088949385746151
Low °F 283241506069737263513931
Precip" 1.631.623.104.375.734.653.763.383.853.782.662.43
Snow" 1.92.41.90.00.00.00.00.00.00.00.81.7

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cost of living in Verdigris, OK?

Verdigris has a cost index of 80 (100 = national average). It is 20% below the national average.

What is average rent in Verdigris, OK?

The median gross rent in Verdigris is $1,233 per month based on 2023 Census data.

What is the average home price in Verdigris?

The median home value in Verdigris is $215,400 according to 2023 Census ACS data.

What is the median income in Verdigris?

The median household income in Verdigris is $81,406 per year (2023 ACS 5-year estimates).

What is the sales tax in Verdigris, OK?

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

Is Verdigris, OK affordable?

Yes, Verdigris is generally considered affordable, with a cost of living index of 80 — about 20% below the US national average of 100.

What is the weather like in Verdigris?

Verdigris has average high temperatures of 72.0°F and average lows of 50.6°F. Annual precipitation is 41". Average annual snowfall is 8.7". Data from NOAA 1991–2020 Climate Normals.

Verdigris at a Glance

Population
5,502
Median Income
$81,406
Home Value
$215,400
Median Rent
$1,233/mo
Unemployment
2.4%
Avg High Temp
72.0°F
Sales Tax
9.0%
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