Cost of Living in Woods County, Oklahoma
At a Glance
Rent burden measured as median gross rent as a percentage of renter household income (Census ACS B25071)
How Woods County Compares
Median monthly rent comparison
Detailed Housing Stats
National Ranking
Affordability Rank
Woods County ranks #884 of 3,144 counties for affordability (top 28%)
Data Story
About Cost of Living in Woods County, Oklahoma
Woods County ranks among nation's priciest
Woods County's rent-to-income ratio of 19.1% is notably above the national standard, reflecting tight affordability for renters. With the region's lowest median household income at $50,512—32% below the national median—residents here face real housing pressure.
Oklahoma's most stressed housing market
At 19.1%, Woods County's rent-to-income ratio is the highest among all comparison counties and exceeds Oklahoma's state average of 17.0% by a significant margin. This county faces the toughest affordability challenge in the region we're analyzing.
Woods County's affordability crisis tops the region
Woods County's 19.1% rent-to-income ratio is substantially worse than any peer: Washita (15.0%), Woodward (15.6%), Wagoner (16.1%), and Washington (17.7%). The combination of the lowest incomes and above-average rents creates a genuine affordability squeeze.
Housing dominates Woods County budgets
Median gross rent is $806 monthly, while homeowners pay $783—nearly equivalent costs for both renters and buyers. Against the state's lowest median household income of just $50,512 annually ($4,210 monthly), housing consumes nearly one-fifth of household earnings, the highest burden in our comparison.
Woods County demands careful financial planning
With the region's tightest affordability ratio and lowest incomes, Woods County is best suited for buyers seeking cheap homes (median $141,900) or those with stable, above-average earnings. If you're relocating with modest income, seriously compare options in Washita or Woodward first.
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Affordability Verdict
For renters in Woods County, the market is affordable. Expect to pay around $806/month in gross rent, with 33.0% of renter households considered cost-burdened.
Rent vs. Own
At $806/month rent versus $783/month in owner costs, owning is roughly $23/month cheaper — a 3% difference.
Income Needed
To afford the median rent without exceeding 30% of gross income, a household needs to earn approximately $32,240/year. For owner costs at the 28% rule, the required income is roughly $33,557/year. With a median household income of $50,512, most households can comfortably afford rent here. Notably, 33.0% of renter households in Woods County are cost-burdened, spending more than 30% of income on housing.
Regional Context
Within Oklahoma, Woods County is less affordable than Pittsburg County by roughly 6% ($806/mo vs $857/mo).
Affordability Calculator
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Rent Burden
19.1%
of gross income
Max Housing (28% Rule)
$1,179
per month
Owner Cost Burden
18.6%
of gross income
You can likely afford the median home in Woods County
Median home value is $141,900. Estimated monthly cost: $1,133 vs. your max of $1,179.
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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