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Average Rent in Beckham County, OK↑ Rents rising 4.4% YoY🔺 7th priciest in OK

HUD FY2025 · Official government data · Updated annually · Metro pop. 22,202

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Market Overview

Beckham County, OK has rental prices ranging from $748/month to $1,448/month in 2025, depending on unit size. The typical 1-bedroom apartment rents for $765/month — 45% below the national average of $1,400/month. With a median household income of $52,323/year, spending $765/month on a 1-bedroom represents 18% of gross income — within the recommended 30% threshold.

How Beckham County Compares

With an average 2-bedroom rent of $1,004/month, Beckham County ranks #7 most expensive of the 70 cities tracked in Oklahoma — pricier than 65% of all US cities in our data.

The Beckham County Rental Market

The Beckham County, OK area has a population of about 22,202 and 34% of households renting rather than owning. That is close to the US average renter share of ~34%.

Rent Trends

2-bedroom rents in Beckham County, OK have risen by $42/month (4.4%) over the past year, from $962 to $1,004. This modest growth is consistent with broader inflationary trends seen across US rental markets.

Affordability

To afford a 1-bedroom apartment in Beckham County, OK without exceeding the 30% housing cost guideline, a renter needs an annual income of approximately $30,600. The local median household income of $52,323 exceeds that threshold by $21,723, making Beckham County relatively accessible compared to local wages.

Economy & Jobs

Beckham County, OK has an unemployment rate of 4.4%, 0.5 percentage points above the national average of 3.9%. A higher unemployment rate can moderate rental demand over time, which may help keep rent growth in check compared to tighter job markets.

Fair Market Rents

HUD FY2025
Studio
$748
Affordable
1 Bedroom
$765
Affordable
2 Bedrooms
$1,004
↑4.4% YoY
Affordable
3 Bedrooms
$1,210
Affordable
4 Bedrooms
$1,448
Average
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Is Beckham County, OK Affordable?

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Affordability Index(30% income rule)

To rent a 2BR
$40,160/year
Local median income: $52,323
To buy a median home
—/year
US national median: $75,000
💡 Based on a 2BR rent of $1,004/month and 20% down on a — home at 7% rate.

Nearby Cities in OKlargest metros in the state

CityStudio1BR2BR3BRHome Value
Oklahoma City$886$961$1,180$1,575—
Tulsa$890$950$1,179$1,555—
Lawton$745$750$962$1,348—
Payne County$767$822$1,014$1,421—
Pottawatomie County$642$713$936$1,242—
Muskogee County$707$712$934$1,170—

Rent or Buy in Beckham County?

Break-even analysis and mortgage estimates based on local market data.

Should I Rent or Buy?

Break-even analysis using real Beckham County data

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Home Value
$350,000
2BR Rent
$1,004/mo
Mortgage Rate
7%
Monthly P&I
$1,863/mo
🏠 Buy

Buying breaks even after 4 years — worth it if you stay 4+ years.

Total monthly buy cost: $2,577/movs rent: $1,004/mo
Estimates only. Excludes HOA, PMI (if <20% down), closing costs, and tax benefits. Assumes 5% return on invested down payment.

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