Cost of Living in Marshall County, Oklahoma
At a Glance
Rent burden measured as median gross rent as a percentage of renter household income (Census ACS B25071)
How Marshall County Compares
Median monthly rent comparison
Detailed Housing Stats
National Ranking
Affordability Rank
Marshall County ranks #2,604 of 3,144 counties for affordability (bottom 17%)
Data Story
About Cost of Living in Marshall County, Oklahoma
Marshall residents feel national affordability squeeze
Marshall County's rent-to-income ratio of 17.4% reflects the affordability challenge facing many American households, though it remains below the 30% national stress threshold. At $56,495, the median household income trails the national median by $18,260, making every housing dollar count more here.
Among Oklahoma's most burdened renters
Marshall County's 17.4% rent-to-income ratio ranks above Oklahoma's 17.0% state average, and rent at $819 slightly exceeds the state median of $814. The county sits near the stressed end of Oklahoma's affordability spectrum.
Moderate costs in a mixed-affordability region
Marshall County's rent of $819 falls between cheaper Major ($619) and more expensive Love ($903), positioning it in the moderate range. The median home value of $139,700 aligns with nearby counties, offering limited ownership advantage over renting.
Owners have a clear advantage here
Renters spend 17.4% of income on rent ($819), while homeowners spend only 12.1% on mortgage ($569), revealing a $250 monthly gap in housing burden. For Marshall County households earning $56,495, that difference is meaningful—ownership provides 5+ percentage points of relief.
Marshall County rewards homebuyers
If you're relocating to Marshall County, prioritize homeownership over renting—the monthly savings are substantial and the median home value of $139,700 is achievable for working families. Renters should explore lower-cost counties like Major to stretch limited incomes further.
Cost of Living Advisory: Marshall County
Affordability Verdict
Marshall County is affordable for renters, with a median gross rent of $819/month representing approximately 17.4% of median household income. The rent burden (GRAPI) stands at 24.0%.
Rent vs. Own
At $819/month rent versus $569/month in owner costs, owning is roughly $250/month cheaper — a 31% difference.
Income Needed
To afford the median rent without exceeding 30% of gross income, a household needs to earn approximately $32,760/year. For owner costs at the 28% rule, the required income is roughly $24,386/year. With a median household income of $56,495, most households can comfortably afford rent here. Notably, 24.0% of renter households in Marshall County are cost-burdened, spending more than 30% of income on housing.
Regional Context
Within Oklahoma, Marshall County is less affordable than Pawnee County by roughly 6% ($819/mo vs $872/mo).
Affordability Calculator
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Rent Burden
17.4%
of gross income
Max Housing (28% Rule)
$1,318
per month
Owner Cost Burden
12.1%
of gross income
You can likely afford the median home in Marshall County
Median home value is $139,700. Estimated monthly cost: $1,115 vs. your max of $1,318.
Rent Affordability Guide
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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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