How much does it cost to rent in Bartlesville, OK?

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Bartlesville, OK is $1,247. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Bartlesville cheaper than other Oklahoma cities?

Bartlesville is among the more affordable cities in Oklahoma, ranking #26 out of 38 cities at $1,247/mo.

When was Bartlesville rent data last updated?

Bartlesville rent data reflects July 2026 and was last refreshed on July 20, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.

City Report · OK

Bartlesville

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Pop. 37,878·26th most expensive in Oklahoma·Bartlesville rents are up 11.7% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$1,247/mo

Year-over-Year

+11.7%

Month-over-Month

+1.1%

vs US Median

-$718

Rising (Monthly)

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Bartlesville · $1,247

More affordable than 90% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

42/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are 4% above what Bartlesville's 10-year trend predicts — running hotter than its own history.

Actual rent

$1,247/mo

Expected by trend

$1,200/mo

The Rent Reality Score compares today's median rent to where Bartlesville's own long-run trajectory projects it should be. See the full rankings →

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$730

1 BR

$815

2 BR

$980

3 BR

$1,335

4 BR+

$1,475

Research median

$980/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost

$14,964/yr

At $1,247/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 11.7% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+11.7% YoY, +1.1% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Bartlesville, OK is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income below the national average, 33.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

37,878

Median income

$58,869

Median age

36.8

Renters

31.8%

Age distribution

25.2%

22%

23.4%

18.9%

Under 1825.2%

18–3422%

35–5423.4%

55–6410.5%

65+18.9%

Gender

48.8%

51.2%

Male48.8%

Female51.2%

Race & ethnicity

72.9%

14.4%

White72.9%

Black3.3%

Hispanic7.2%

Asian2.2%

Other14.4%

Education (25+)

31.7%

27.5%

33.3%

No HS diploma7.4%

HS diploma31.7%

Some college27.5%

Bachelor's+33.3%

Housing tenure

68.2%

31.8%

Owner68.2%

Renter31.8%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2023 vs 2026

How Bartlesville, OK has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,045 → $1,247

up 19.3%

Income

$54,768 → $58,869

up 7.5%

Population

37,074 → 37,878

up 2.2%

Renter share

31.8% → 31.8%

+0.0 pts

Bachelor's+

32.5% → 33.3%

+0.8 pts

Median age

37.5 → 36.8

-0.7 yrs

Rent in Bartlesville, OK has climbed 19.3% since 2023, going from about $1,045 per month to roughly $1,247 today. Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $54,768 in 2021 to $58,869 more recently. Rent outpaced income growth by roughly 11.8 percentage points, which means renters are spending a larger slice of each paycheck on housing than they did in 2021. Headcount in the area went from 37,074 to 37,878 between 2021 and 2024, a 2.2% change. These shifts give renters and would-be renters a longer baseline for sizing up today's listings against the Bartlesville, OK market of 2023.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Bartlesville on your salary?

At $1,247/mo, how Bartlesville rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $83,142/yr · Rent = 18% income

very comfortable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $59,030/yr · Rent = 25.3% income

affordable

Police Officer

Avg $67,998/yr · Rent = 22% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $121,537/yr · Rent = 12.3% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $155,294/yr · Rent = 9.6% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $55,273/yr · Rent = 27.1% income

affordable

Truck Driver

Avg $49,905/yr · Rent = 30% income

affordable

Electrician

Avg $61,512/yr · Rent = 24.3% income

affordable

By apartment size

Bartlesville rent by bedroom count

Median rent for each apartment size in Bartlesville. Click any size for full breakdown.

Local insights

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About renting in Bartlesville, OK

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Bartlesville is $1,247/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $730/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $980/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $815/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,335/mo.

At 25% of local median household income ($58,869/yr), Bartlesville ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 11.7% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Bartlesville an affordable city for renters?

Bartlesville is considered affordable for renters. At $1,247/mo, rent takes approximately 25% of the local median household income ($58,869/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Bartlesville falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Bartlesville?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $50,000/year (~$24/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,247/mo in Bartlesville. The local median household income is $58,869/yr, meaning the typical Bartlesville household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Bartlesville?

Rent in Bartlesville has increased 11.7% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Bartlesville neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Bartlesville are 74003 ($953/mo), and 74006 ($1,319/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Bartlesville is $1,247/mo.

How does Bartlesville rent compare to other cities in Oklahoma?

Bartlesville is one of the more affordable cities in Oklahoma for rent, ranking #26 out of 38 tracked cities at $1,247/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Bartlesville?

Independence is nearby and more affordable at $700/mo, which is $547 less than Bartlesville.

What percentage of Bartlesville residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 31.8% of Bartlesville households are renters, while 68.2% are owner-occupied. Bartlesville leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Bartlesville rent compare to the national average?

Bartlesville's median rent of $1,247/mo is $718 (37%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Oklahoma, it ranks #26 out of 38 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

25%

AFFORDABLE

At $1,247/mo, rent takes ~25% of Bartlesville's median household income ($58,869/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Bartlesville 25%Benchmark 30%

State income tax0.25–4.75%

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