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Cost of Living in Latimer County

Is it better to rent or buy in Latimer County? Explore median costs, utility estimates, and run the numbers on your own budget to see how far your income goes.

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Rent vs. Buy Affordability Calculator

Adjust the sliders to match your scenario. We recommend keeping total housing costs under 40% of your gross income.

$42,190
$659/mo

Median in area: $659

$110,233

Median in area: $110,233

$22,047

If you Rent

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$873 /mo
Base Rent$659
Est. Utilities$214
% of Income24.8%
Pre-tax Residual$2,643

If you Buy

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$937 /mo
P&I (7.131%)$594
Taxes & Ins$129
Est. Utilities$214
% of Income26.7%
Pre-tax Residual$2,578

Compare Nearby Areas

See how Latimer County stacks up against neighboring areas.

countyHaskell County, OK
$774/mo
countyPushmataha County, OK
$717/mo
countyLe Flore County, OK
$786/mo
countyPittsburg County, OK
$860/mo

Cost of Living FAQs

Is it cheaper to rent or buy in Latimer County?›

Based on median housing data, renting is currently more affordable on a monthly basis in Latimer County. The estimated all-in monthly cost for renting is $873, while owning a median-priced home with a 20% down payment is roughly $937 per month (a difference of $64).

How much do utilities cost in Latimer County?›

The average monthly utility cost (electricity and natural gas) for a typical home in Latimer County is approximately $214. This estimate uses local utility rate schedules combined with median energy consumption profiles.

What is a good salary to live comfortably in Latimer County?›

To comfortably afford the median rent and utilities in Latimer County without exceeding the recommended 30% housing-to-income threshold, a household should earn a gross salary of approximately $34,920 per year.