Average Rent in Seminole County, OK↑ Rents rising 2.1% YoY🔻 3rd cheapest in OK
HUD FY2025 · Official government data · Updated annually · Metro pop. 23,550
Market Overview
Seminole County, OK has rental prices ranging from $632/month to $1,331/month in 2025, depending on unit size. The typical 1-bedroom apartment rents for $722/month — 48% below the national average of $1,400/month. With a median household income of $46,191/year, spending $722/month on a 1-bedroom represents 19% of gross income — within the recommended 30% threshold.
How Seminole County Compares
With an average 2-bedroom rent of $910/month, Seminole County ranks #68 most expensive of the 70 cities tracked in Oklahoma — more affordable than 68% of all US cities in our data.
The Seminole County Rental Market
The Seminole County, OK area has a population of about 23,550 and 30% of households renting rather than owning. That is close to the US average renter share of ~34%.
Rent Trends
2-bedroom rents in Seminole County, OK have risen by $19/month (2.1%) over the past year, from $891 to $910. This modest growth is consistent with broader inflationary trends seen across US rental markets.
Affordability
To afford a 1-bedroom apartment in Seminole County, OK without exceeding the 30% housing cost guideline, a renter needs an annual income of approximately $28,880. The local median household income of $46,191 exceeds that threshold by $17,311, making Seminole County relatively accessible compared to local wages.
Economy & Jobs
Seminole County, OK has an unemployment rate of 6.9%, 3.0 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 FY2025Is Seminole 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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