Average Rent in Enid, OK↓ Rents falling 1.8% YoY🔺 11th priciest in OK
HUD FY2025 · Official government data · Updated annually · Metro pop. 62,322
Market Overview
Enid, OK has rental prices ranging from $739/month to $1,299/month in 2025, depending on unit size. The typical 1-bedroom apartment rents for $747/month — 47% below the national average of $1,400/month. With a median household income of $67,302/year, spending $747/month on a 1-bedroom represents 13% of gross income — within the recommended 30% threshold.
How Enid Compares
With an average 2-bedroom rent of $980/month, Enid ranks #11 most expensive of the 70 cities tracked in Oklahoma — pricier than 61% of all US cities in our data.
The Enid Rental Market
The Enid, OK area has a population of about 62,322 and 35% of households renting rather than owning. That is close to the US average renter share of ~34%.
Rent Trends
2-bedroom rents in Enid, OK have fallen by $18/month (1.8%) over the past year, from $998 to $980. Rents have remained relatively stable year over year, indicating a balanced rental market in the area.
Affordability
To afford a 1-bedroom apartment in Enid, OK without exceeding the 30% housing cost guideline, a renter needs an annual income of approximately $29,880. The local median household income of $67,302 exceeds that threshold by $37,422, making Enid relatively accessible compared to local wages.
Rent vs. Buy
The median home value in Enid, OK is $138,796, giving a price-to-rent ratio of 11.8. The break-even point between renting and buying is roughly 12 years — renting offers more flexibility for shorter stays, while buying makes more sense for long-term residents.
Fair Market Rents
HUD FY2025Is Enid, OK Affordable?
Income needed to rent or buy, price history, and how this city compares to nearby metros.
Affordability Index(30% income rule)
Nearby Cities in OKlargest metros in the state
| City | Studio | 1BR | 2BR | 3BR | Home 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 | — |
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