Cost of Living in Bryan County, Oklahoma
At a Glance
Rent burden measured as median gross rent as a percentage of renter household income (Census ACS B25071)
How Bryan County Compares
Median monthly rent comparison
Detailed Housing Stats
National Ranking
Affordability Rank
Bryan County ranks #2,873 of 3,144 counties for affordability (bottom 9%)
Data Story
About Cost of Living in Bryan County, Oklahoma
Bryan County's rents strain household budgets
Bryan County's 20.2% rent-to-income ratio is the highest among all eight counties analyzed, well above Oklahoma's 17.0% state average and most national affordability thresholds. At $914 monthly rent against a $54,280 income, Bryan renters face genuine financial pressure.
Oklahoma's least affordable rental market
Bryan County ranks among Oklahoma's least affordable counties with a 20.2% rent-to-income ratio, significantly exceeding the state average of 17.0%. The county's $914 median rent is the highest in the state sample analyzed here.
Bryan leads the region in high costs
Bryan's $914 monthly rent substantially exceeds all neighboring counties—Beckham at $821, Blaine at $842—making it the regional affordability outlier. Even owner costs of $734 rank among the highest in the group.
Housing crisis for Bryan renters
Median gross rent of $914 and owner costs of $734 combine to claim roughly 31% of Bryan's $54,280 annual income. Renters alone face a 20.2% burden, leaving minimal cushion for utilities, food, and other essentials.
Bryan County demands serious financial vetting
Unless your household income significantly exceeds Bryan's $54,280 median, carefully reconsider relocating here as a renter. The county's 20.2% rent burden and $914 monthly costs are among Oklahoma's highest—explore more affordable options first.
Cost of Living Advisory: Bryan County
Affordability Verdict
For renters in Bryan County, the market is affordable. Expect to pay around $914/month in gross rent, with 28.0% of renter households considered cost-burdened.
Rent vs. Own
Renters in Bryan County pay $914/month on average, compared to $734/month for homeowners. This market favors buyers by about 20%.
Income Needed
To afford the median rent without exceeding 30% of gross income, a household needs to earn approximately $36,560/year. For owner costs at the 28% rule, the required income is roughly $31,457/year. With a median household income of $54,280, most households can comfortably afford rent here. Notably, 28.0% of renter households in Bryan County are cost-burdened, spending more than 30% of income on housing.
Regional Context
Compared to Murray County where rent averages $859/month, Bryan County is approximately 6% more expensive.
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Rent Burden
20.2%
of gross income
Max Housing (28% Rule)
$1,267
per month
Owner Cost Burden
16.2%
of gross income
The median home in Bryan County may be a stretch
Median home value is $163,700. Estimated monthly cost: $1,307 vs. your max of $1,267.
Rent Affordability Guide
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Based on the 30% rule for rent and 28% rule for housing costs (mortgage + owner costs). Mortgage estimate assumes 20% down, 7.2% interest, 30-year fixed.
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See Today's RatesData: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates (2019-2023) — Informational only. Not financial or legal advice.
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