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Average Rent in Muskogee County, OK Rents rising 3.1% YoY

HUD FY2025 · Official government data · Updated annually · Metro pop. 66,471

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Market Overview

Muskogee County, OK has rental prices ranging from $707/month to $1,493/month in 2025, depending on unit size. The typical 1-bedroom apartment rents for $712/month — 49% below the national average of $1,400/month. With a median household income of $51,999/year, spending $712/month on a 1-bedroom represents 16% of gross income — within the recommended 30% threshold.

How Muskogee County Compares

With an average 2-bedroom rent of $934/month, Muskogee County ranks #20 most expensive of the 70 cities tracked in Oklahoma — pricier than 52% of all US cities in our data.

The Muskogee County Rental Market

The Muskogee County, OK area has a population of about 66,471 and 34% of households renting rather than owning. That is close to the US average renter share of ~34%.

Rent Trends

2-bedroom rents in Muskogee County, OK have risen by $28/month (3.1%) over the past year, from $906 to $934. This modest growth is consistent with broader inflationary trends seen across US rental markets.

Affordability

To afford a 1-bedroom apartment in Muskogee County, OK without exceeding the 30% housing cost guideline, a renter needs an annual income of approximately $28,480. The local median household income of $51,999 exceeds that threshold by $23,519, making Muskogee County relatively accessible compared to local wages.

Economy & Jobs

Muskogee County, OK has an unemployment rate of 6.0%, 2.1 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

HUD FY2025
Studio
$707
Affordable
1 Bedroom
$712
Affordable
2 Bedrooms
$934
3.1% YoY
Affordable
3 Bedrooms
$1,170
Affordable
4 Bedrooms
$1,493
Average
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Is Muskogee County, OK Affordable?

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Affordability Index(30% income rule)

To rent a 2BR
$37,360/year
Local median income: $51,999
To buy a median home
/year
US national median: $75,000
💡 Based on a 2BR rent of $934/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
Garfield County$493$581$768$1,083

Rent or Buy in Muskogee County?

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

Should I Rent or Buy?

Break-even analysis using real Muskogee County data

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Home Value
$350,000
2BR Rent
$934/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: $934/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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