Average Rent in Kingfisher County, OK↑ Rents rising 6.4% YoY🔺 8th priciest in OK
HUD FY2025 · Official government data · Updated annually · Metro pop. 15,288
Market Overview
Kingfisher County, OK has rental prices ranging from $740/month to $1,587/month in 2025, depending on unit size. The typical 1-bedroom apartment rents for $776/month — 45% below the national average of $1,400/month. With a median household income of $70,617/year, spending $776/month on a 1-bedroom represents 13% of gross income — within the recommended 30% threshold.
How Kingfisher County Compares
With an average 2-bedroom rent of $993/month, Kingfisher County ranks #8 most expensive of the 70 cities tracked in Oklahoma — pricier than 63% of all US cities in our data.
The Kingfisher County Rental Market
The Kingfisher County, OK area has a population of about 15,288 and 28% of households renting rather than owning. That renter share runs below the US average of ~34%, a more homeowner-heavy market where rental inventory can be limited.
Rent Trends
2-bedroom rents in Kingfisher County, OK have risen by $60/month (6.4%) over the past year, from $933 to $993. This modest growth is consistent with broader inflationary trends seen across US rental markets.
Affordability
To afford a 1-bedroom apartment in Kingfisher County, OK without exceeding the 30% housing cost guideline, a renter needs an annual income of approximately $31,040. The local median household income of $70,617 exceeds that threshold by $39,577, making Kingfisher County relatively accessible compared to local wages.
Economy & Jobs
Kingfisher County, OK has an unemployment rate of 3.5%, 0.4 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 Kingfisher 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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