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Average Rent in Custer County, OK Rents rising 1.3% YoY🔻 3rd cheapest in OK

HUD FY2025 · Official government data · Updated annually · Metro pop. 28,332

Data review: HUD FY2025Sources: HUD, Zillow, Census, BLSMethodologyEditorial standardsReport a correction

Market Overview

Custer County, OK has rental prices ranging from $624/month to $1,467/month in 2025, depending on unit size. The typical 1-bedroom apartment rents for $705/month — 50% below the national average of $1,400/month. With a median household income of $57,562/year, spending $705/month on a 1-bedroom represents 15% of gross income — within the recommended 30% threshold.

How Custer County Compares

With an average 2-bedroom rent of $910/month, Custer County ranks #68 most expensive of the 70 cities tracked in Oklahoma — more affordable than 68% of all US cities in our data.

The Custer County Rental Market

The Custer County, OK area has a population of about 28,332 and 36% of households renting rather than owning. That is close to the US average renter share of ~34%.

Rent Trends

2-bedroom rents in Custer County, OK have risen by $12/month (1.3%) over the past year, from $898 to $910. Rents have remained relatively stable year over year, indicating a balanced rental market in the area.

Affordability

To afford a 1-bedroom apartment in Custer County, OK without exceeding the 30% housing cost guideline, a renter needs an annual income of approximately $28,200. The local median household income of $57,562 exceeds that threshold by $29,362, making Custer County relatively accessible compared to local wages.

Economy & Jobs

Custer County, OK has an unemployment rate of 3.9%, 0.0 percentage points below the national average of 3.9%. Strong employment conditions typically sustain rental demand, as workers relocate to the area and local residents maintain stable housing.

Fair Market Rents

HUD FY2025
Studio
$624
Affordable
1 Bedroom
$705
Affordable
2 Bedrooms
$910
1.3% YoY
Affordable
3 Bedrooms
$1,275
Affordable
4 Bedrooms
$1,467
Average
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Is Custer County, OK Affordable?

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Affordability Index(30% income rule)

To rent a 2BR
$36,400/year
Local median income: $57,562
To buy a median home
/year
US national median: $75,000
💡 Based on a 2BR rent of $910/month and 20% down on a home at 7% rate.

Nearby Cities in OKlargest metros in the state

CityStudio1BR2BR3BRHome Value
Oklahoma City$886$961$1,180$1,575
Tulsa$890$950$1,179$1,555
Lawton$745$750$962$1,348
Payne County$767$822$1,014$1,421
Pottawatomie County$642$713$936$1,242
Muskogee County$707$712$934$1,170

Rent or Buy in Custer County?

Break-even analysis and mortgage estimates based on local market data.

Should I Rent or Buy?

Break-even analysis using real Custer County data

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Home Value
$350,000
2BR Rent
$910/mo
Mortgage Rate
7%
Monthly P&I
$1,863/mo
🏢 Rent

Renting appears to be the better financial choice for this scenario.

Total monthly buy cost: $2,577/movs rent: $910/mo
Estimates only. Excludes HOA, PMI (if <20% down), closing costs, and tax benefits. Assumes 5% return on invested down payment.

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