Let’s break it down, shall we?
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With a Population Growth, Oklahoma is Getting Popular
Oklahoma is not just cowboys and tornadoes anymore. With a population growth of 5% since 2010, it seems that ‘the land of the red man’ is now ‘the land of the moving van.’
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Cost of Living in Oklahoma
Tired of sacrificing your first-born to pay rent? Welcome to Oklahoma! The cost of living is 15.8% below the national average, making it cheaper to call Oklahoma City home than living under a bridge in California.
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Oklahoma City – A City that Roars!
Oklahoma City, also oddly known as ‘The Big Friendly,’ is all about a myriad of cultures, art, rodeo, and cuisine that can make you reconsider your diet goals. With affordable housing, it’s a city that’s saying ‘Y’all come over!’
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Tulsa – Where Oil and Art Meet
Tulsa, famously known for its rich oil history, isn’t just oil barrels and pick-up trucks. Its downtown thriving with art deco buildings, ballet, opera, and a boom in tech start-ups, is ready to woo you with its vintage charm.
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Broken Arrow – The Suburb of Dreams
Broken Arrow, named after a Native American settlement, is Oklahoma’s largest suburb and your dream picket fence. It offers quiet living but doesn’t skimp on amenities. It’s like living in a Hallmark movie without the predictability.
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Norman – College Town Par Excellence
Norman equals the University of Oklahoma. If you’ve always dreamt of reliving your college days—minus the finals—Norman is your town. Scenic campuses, green spaces, music festivals, Norman is ‘Smart and Beautiful.’ Who told you, you can’t have both?
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Lawton – The Great Outdoors Await
Lawton is your gateway to the Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge where buffalo roam free. If communing with nature is your thing, or if you have a buffalo petting hobby—no judgment—Lawton is the place for you.
Alright, let’s wrangle this up. If you’re dreaming of wide-open spaces where the wind comes sweeping down the plain, and urban cowboys line-dance in flannel, then Oklahoma may just be your next home sweet home. With its affordable living, vibrant cities ranging from the urban allure of Oklahoma City to the small-town charm of Broken Arrow, this state is more than just the old country. And if nothing else, remember: an Oklahoma home means you’ll never have to use an outdoor dryer— Mother Nature’s got your back.
So, pack up the wagon, strap on your chaps, and saddle up for a move to the Sooner state. See ya’ll in 2024! Yeehaw!
Oklahoma’s Largest Cities: A Homebuyer’s Guide for 2024
Original article: https://www.redfin.com/blog/biggest-cities-in-oklahoma/
