Cost of Living in Beckham County, Oklahoma

$821/mo

Median Monthly Rent

$153,400

Median Home Value

1% above state averageUnaffordable

At a Glance

Median Monthly Rent

$821/mo

1% above state average

Median Home Value

$153,400

46% below national

Rent-to-Income Ratio

28.0%

% of income spent on rent

Rent burden measured as median gross rent as a percentage of renter household income (Census ACS B25071)

Affordability Rating

Unaffordable

Rent over 50% of income

How Beckham County Compares

Median monthly rent comparison

Beckham County$821/mo

Oklahoma Average$814/mo

National Median$1,163/mo

Detailed Housing Stats

$821/mo

Median Gross Rent

$153,400

Median Home Value

$786/mo

Monthly Owner Cost

28.0%

Rent-to-Income Ratio

Data Story

About Cost of Living in Beckham County, Oklahoma

Beckham County's housing burden runs high

Beckham County residents face an 18.8% rent-to-income ratio—significantly above both Oklahoma's 17.0% state average and most national benchmarks. Despite earning $52,323 annually, renters pay $821 monthly, making Beckham one of the least affordable counties in this analysis.

Among Oklahoma's least affordable counties

Beckham's 18.8% rent-to-income ratio ranks among the highest in Oklahoma, placing it in the affordability basement statewide. The county's median rent of $821 exceeds the state average by roughly $7, compounding the burden on lower incomes.

Beckham's costs outpace regional neighbors

At $821 monthly rent, Beckham is the priciest rental market in this eight-county group, significantly above Beaver County's $782 and Adair's $650. Even owner costs of $786 represent the second-highest burden in the region.

Housing consumes nearly a fifth of income

Median gross rent of $821 and median owner costs of $786 together claim roughly 31% of Beckham's $52,323 annual household income. Renters especially face tight budgets, as rent alone approaches one-fifth of gross earnings.

Beckham challenges tight-budget relocators

Unless your income exceeds Beckham's median of $52,323, or you can purchase a home, budget carefully before relocating here. The county's 18.8% rent burden leaves renters with less financial flexibility than most Oklahoma alternatives.

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See how your income compares to housing costs in Beckham County

Your Annual Household Income

Rent Burden

18.8%

of gross income

Max Housing (28% Rule)

$1,221

per month

Owner Cost Burden

18.0%

of gross income

The median home in Beckham County may be a stretch

Median home value is $153,400. Estimated monthly cost: $1,225 vs. your max of $1,221.

Rent Affordability Guide

Your rent-to-income ratio18.8%

Recommended max30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the cost of living in Beckham County, Oklahoma?

Beckham County, Oklahoma has a median monthly rent of $821/mo and a median home value of $153,400. The affordability rating is Unaffordable, with rent making up approximately 28.0% of median household income.

What is the median rent in Beckham County?

The median gross rent in Beckham County is $821/mo. This is 1% above state average for Oklahoma.

Is Beckham County affordable?

Beckham County is rated Unaffordable based on rent-to-income ratio of 28.0%. Spending over 50% of income on rent is generally considered unaffordable.

How does Beckham County's rent compare to the state average?

Beckham County's median rent of $821/mo is 1% above state average of $814/mo for Oklahoma.

What is the median home value in Beckham County?

The median home value in Beckham County, Oklahoma is $153,400. This is 46% below the national median home value of $281,900.