Average Rent in Custer County, OK↑ Rents rising 1.3% YoY🔻 3rd cheapest in OK
HUD FY2025 · Official government data · Updated annually · Metro pop. 28,332
Market Overview
Custer County, OK has rental prices ranging from $624/month to $1,467/month in 2025, depending on unit size. The typical 1-bedroom apartment rents for $705/month — 50% below the national average of $1,400/month. With a median household income of $57,562/year, spending $705/month on a 1-bedroom represents 15% of gross income — within the recommended 30% threshold.
How Custer County Compares
With an average 2-bedroom rent of $910/month, Custer County ranks #68 most expensive of the 70 cities tracked in Oklahoma — more affordable than 68% of all US cities in our data.
The Custer County Rental Market
The Custer County, OK area has a population of about 28,332 and 36% of households renting rather than owning. That is close to the US average renter share of ~34%.
Rent Trends
2-bedroom rents in Custer County, OK have risen by $12/month (1.3%) over the past year, from $898 to $910. Rents have remained relatively stable year over year, indicating a balanced rental market in the area.
Affordability
To afford a 1-bedroom apartment in Custer County, OK without exceeding the 30% housing cost guideline, a renter needs an annual income of approximately $28,200. The local median household income of $57,562 exceeds that threshold by $29,362, making Custer County relatively accessible compared to local wages.
Economy & Jobs
Custer County, OK has an unemployment rate of 3.9%, 0.0 percentage points below the national average of 3.9%. Strong employment conditions typically sustain rental demand, as workers relocate to the area and local residents maintain stable housing.
Fair Market Rents
HUD FY2025Is Custer County, OK Affordable?
Income needed to rent or buy, price history, and how this city compares to nearby metros.
Affordability Index(30% income rule)
Nearby Cities in OKlargest metros in the state
| City | Studio | 1BR | 2BR | 3BR | Home 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 | — |
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