Cost of Living in Mayes County, Oklahoma
At a Glance
Rent burden measured as median gross rent as a percentage of renter household income (Census ACS B25071)
How Mayes County Compares
Median monthly rent comparison
Detailed Housing Stats
National Ranking
Affordability Rank
Mayes County ranks #2,709 of 3,144 counties for affordability (bottom 14%)
Data Story
About Cost of Living in Mayes County, Oklahoma
Mayes renters strain against housing costs
At 17.7%, Mayes County's rent-to-income ratio exceeds the national affordability threshold of 30% as a share of household earnings (though normalized differently), signaling housing stress. The median income of $57,279 falls well below the national median of $74,755, creating dual pressure on renters.
Among Oklahoma's most challenged renters
Mayes County's rent-to-income ratio of 17.7% ranks above Oklahoma's 17.0% state average, making it one of the state's more strained housing markets. Rent at $846 modestly exceeds the state median of $814, adding to renters' burden.
Higher rents, lower incomes than peers
Mayes County's rent of $846 rivals Major County ($619) and Love County ($903) while its median income of $57,279 ranks among the lowest in the region. This combination—higher-than-average rent and lower-than-average income—creates the tightest squeeze among nearby counties.
Renters bear significantly more burden
Renters spend 17.7% of income on housing ($846), nearly double the 12.8% homeowners dedicate to mortgage ($734). The $112 monthly gap represents real strain for households earning just $57,279 annually.
Mayes County favors homeownership strongly
If relocating to Mayes County, homeownership is strongly preferable to renting—the median home value of $171,900 offers substantial long-term value despite higher upfront costs. Renters facing tight budgets should compare to Major County, where rents run $227 cheaper monthly.
Cost of Living Advisory: Mayes County
Affordability Verdict
Mayes County offers affordable rental housing at a median of $846/month — about 17.7% of the typical household income here.
Rent vs. Own
The median rent in Mayes County is $846/month, while owner costs run $734/month. Owning saves approximately $112/month.
Income Needed
To afford the median rent without exceeding 30% of gross income, a household needs to earn approximately $33,840/year. For owner costs at the 28% rule, the required income is roughly $31,457/year. With a median household income of $57,279, most households can comfortably afford rent here. Notably, 26.0% of renter households in Mayes County are cost-burdened, spending more than 30% of income on housing.
Regional Context
Compared to Dewey County where rent averages $900/month, Mayes County is approximately 6% less expensive.
Affordability Calculator
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Rent Burden
17.7%
of gross income
Max Housing (28% Rule)
$1,337
per month
Owner Cost Burden
15.4%
of gross income
The median home in Mayes County may be a stretch
Median home value is $171,900. Estimated monthly cost: $1,372 vs. your max of $1,337.
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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