Cost of Living in Tillman County, Oklahoma
At a Glance
Rent burden measured as median gross rent as a percentage of renter household income (Census ACS B25071)
How Tillman County Compares
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National Ranking
Affordability Rank
Tillman County ranks #2,227 of 3,144 counties for affordability (bottom 29%)
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About Cost of Living in Tillman County, Oklahoma
Tillman County offers genuine rental affordability
Tillman County's 17.8% rent-to-income ratio sits comfortably within the affordable zone, where renters spend less than the 30% threshold economists recommend. At just $704/month against a median income of $47,445, Tillman offers some of the region's most budget-friendly rents.
Below Oklahoma's average affordability bar
Tillman County's 17.8% rent-to-income ratio undercuts Oklahoma's state average of 17.0% by 0.8 percentage points, ranking it among the state's more affordable rental markets. This positioning reflects modest rents ($704) that align well with modest incomes.
Second-most affordable in the panhandle
Tillman County's $704 monthly rent ranks second-lowest in the region, trailing only Roger Mills' $708 by just $4/month. This pairing makes Tillman and Roger Mills the panhandle's twin affordability champions for renters.
Ownership offers steeper relief than typical
Renters spend $704/month (17.8% of income) while homeowners pay $576/month (14.5% of income) on median household earnings of $47,445. Tillman's low ownership costs stand out: homeowners enjoy rates roughly 18% cheaper than renters, a significant gap that reflects affordable home values ($71,900).
Tillman County rewards budget-conscious residents
If you prioritize affordability, Tillman County's 17.8% rent-to-income ratio ranks among Oklahoma's best, matched only by Roger Mills—and your $704 rent leaves more income for emergency savings and quality of life. Compare these numbers to your current housing costs and consider whether the panhandle's exceptional affordability justifies the trade-offs.
Cost of Living Advisory: Tillman County
Affordability Verdict
For renters in Tillman County, the market is affordable. Expect to pay around $704/month in gross rent, with 27.0% of renter households considered cost-burdened.
Rent vs. Own
The median rent in Tillman County is $704/month, while owner costs run $576/month. Owning saves approximately $128/month.
Income Needed
To afford the median rent without exceeding 30% of gross income, a household needs to earn approximately $28,160/year. For owner costs at the 28% rule, the required income is roughly $24,686/year. With a median household income of $47,445, most households can comfortably afford rent here. Notably, 27.0% of renter households in Tillman County are cost-burdened, spending more than 30% of income on housing.
Regional Context
Tillman County sits 7% less expensive than Haskell County ($757/month) in terms of median gross rent.
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Rent Burden
17.8%
of gross income
Max Housing (28% Rule)
$1,107
per month
Owner Cost Burden
14.6%
of gross income
You can likely afford the median home in Tillman County
Median home value is $71,900. Estimated monthly cost: $574 vs. your max of $1,107.
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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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