Average Rent in Garfield County, OK🔻 2nd cheapest in OK
HUD FY2019 · Official government data · Updated annually · Metro pop. 62,322
Market Overview
Garfield County, OK has rental prices ranging from $493/month to $1,217/month in 2019, depending on unit size. The typical 1-bedroom apartment rents for $581/month — 58% below the national average of $1,400/month. With a median household income of $67,302/year, spending $581/month on a 1-bedroom represents 10% of gross income — within the recommended 30% threshold.
How Garfield County Compares
With an average 2-bedroom rent of $768/month, Garfield County ranks #69 most expensive of the 70 cities tracked in Oklahoma — more affordable than 98% of all US cities in our data.
The Garfield County Rental Market
The Garfield County, 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 Garfield County, OK have risen by $1/month (0.1%) over the past year, from $767 to $768. Rents have remained relatively stable year over year, indicating a balanced rental market in the area.
Affordability
To afford a 1-bedroom apartment in Garfield County, OK without exceeding the 30% housing cost guideline, a renter needs an annual income of approximately $23,240. The local median household income of $67,302 exceeds that threshold by $44,062, making Garfield County relatively accessible compared to local wages.
Economy & Jobs
Garfield County, OK has an unemployment rate of 4.2%, 0.3 percentage points above the national average of 3.9%. A higher unemployment rate can moderate rental demand over time, which may help keep rent growth in check compared to tighter job markets.
Fair Market Rents
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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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