Why Oklahoma is One of the Last Places Young People Can Own a Home

A new ranking of American cities highlights where young adults under 30 can still afford homeownership, and Oklahoma’s largest metro stands out. According to Visual Capitalist, which analyzed homeownership rates for Americans under 30 across the 50 largest U.S. metros, Oklahoma City ranks No. 6 nationwide. About 5.7% of young residents hold mortgages, a signal […]

The 10 Best Cities to Live in Oklahoma Right Now

From bustling cities to charming small towns, Oklahoma is where affordability, opportunity, and quality of life all live in harmony. It’s no wonder so many people searching for the best places to live in the U.S. end up here.  If you’re considering moving to the state, here are the best places to live in Oklahoma, […]

Oklahoma Among Most Outdoorsy States in the U.S.

A young woman gazing across the great outdoors in Oklahoma. Oklahoma's diverse terrain makes its landscapes unique in the United States, and has ranked it as one of the top most outdoorsy states in the country.

Packing one of the strongest outdoor résumés in the country, Oklahoma landed at No. 7 in Tractor Supply’s “Outdoor Happiness Report.” The report — which studied how outdoor activities influence quality of life in different regions of the country — shows that 77% of Oklahomans visit parks or green spaces at least monthly. Nearly 85% […]

Five Oklahoma Towns Rank in Best Places to Live in U.S.

A young family of three celebrates closing on a home in Oklahoma. U.S. News & World Report’s Best Places to Live lists 5 Oklahoma cities for the 2025-26 list.

Planning to move in 2026? Several Oklahoma cities ranked in the top 250 cities of the U.S. News & World Report’s Best Places to Live 2025–26 list, ranging from large cities in the Oklahoma City and Tulsa metro areas to small towns in Northwest Oklahoma. These accolades are rooted in real metrics that move the […]

Two of America’s Easiest Cities to Find a Job Are in Oklahoma

A happily employed man operating a boat on a river in Oklahoma. Oklahoma is one of the easiest states to find a job.

Oklahoma’s two largest cities take up two of the top five spots for large cities with the lowest unemployment rates, according to new data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics.  As of August 2025 data, the Oklahoma City area reported a 3.3% unemployment rate and the Tulsa area posted 3.4% — both ranking among the […]

Oklahoma Tops List for Stretching $100K Salary in 2025

When it comes to cost of living in Oklahoma, few states can compete. In fact, according to a new report — none can.  A new analysis from GOBankingRates finds that a $100,000 salary in Oklahoma covers 129% of annual expenditures, making it one of the most affordable places to live in the United States.  Data […]

Oklahoma Among Most Affordable States to Rent in U.S.

Oklahoma is one of the most affordable states in the United States to rent.

Here’s something worth knowing if you’re eyeing a move to Oklahoma: according to a new report from the National Low Income Housing Coalition, the state ranks among the most affordable places to rent in the United States. To comfortably rent a modest two-bedroom home, residents need to earn about $20.98 per hour, placing Oklahoma as […]

Oklahoma Noodle Restaurant Gets New York Times Nod

Oklahoma’s culinary scene got yet-another notch in its belt. Bar Sen, a Lao noodle restaurant and bar in Oklahoma City‘s Plaza District, earned a spot on The New York Times’ “50 Best Restaurants in America” list for 2025. Chef Jeff Chanchaleune — already a two-time James Beard nominee — is no stranger to New York […]