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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

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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 FY2025
Studio
$740
Affordable
1 Bedroom
$776
Affordable
2 Bedrooms
$993
6.4% YoY
Affordable
3 Bedrooms
$1,309
Affordable
4 Bedrooms
$1,587
Affordable
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Is Kingfisher County, OK Affordable?

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Affordability Index(30% income rule)

To rent a 2BR
$39,720/year
Local median income: $70,617
To buy a median home
/year
US national median: $75,000
💡 Based on a 2BR rent of $993/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 Kingfisher County?

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

Should I Rent or Buy?

Break-even analysis using real Kingfisher County data

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Home Value
$350,000
2BR Rent
$993/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: $993/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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