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Cushing

Pop. 8,367·28th most expensive in Oklahoma·One of the most affordable rental markets in the US
Median rent (all units)
$1,200/mo
Year-over-Year
Stable
Month-over-Month
Stable
vs US Median
-$762
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Cushing · $1,200
More affordable than 90% of US cities · National median $1,962/mo
Affordability
33% of income
MODERATE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,200/mo, rent takes about 33% of the local median household income, slightly above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$48,000/yr
Local median income
$44,136/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Cushing's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$760
1 BR
$810
2 BR
$1,020
3 BR
$1,350
4 BR+
$1,560
Fair Market Rent (HUD)
$1,020/mo

These are HUD Fair Market Rents, the payment standard for a Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8). They often differ from the $1,200 market median above, and that is expected: FMR is the 40th percentile of standard-quality units and counts gross rent, so it includes essential utilities such as electricity, water, gas, sewer, and trash. The market median is asking rent, which usually excludes utilities. HUD sets FMR once a year; market rent here updates monthly.

Source: HUD Small Area Fair Market Rents. Read the methodology →

Rent trends

12-month history

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Last updated: March 14, 2026

Annual cost
$14,400/yr
At $1,200/mo median
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Balanced Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are roughly steady, with neither renters nor landlords holding a strong edge right now.
Based on rent-price momentum (+0.0% YoY, +0.0% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Cushing, OK is majority owner-occupied, has a median income below the national average, 15.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
8,367
Median income
$44,136
Median age
35.7
Renters
44.8%
Age distribution
24.5%
24.6%
24.5%
16.1%
Under 1824.5%
18–3424.6%
35–5424.5%
55–6410.4%
65+16.1%
Gender
53.4%
46.6%
Male53.4%
Female46.6%
Race & ethnicity
74.4%
14.7%
White74.4%
Black2.8%
Hispanic8%
Other14.7%
Education (25+)
50.3%
22.1%
15.9%
No HS diploma11.6%
HS diploma50.3%
Some college22.1%
Bachelor's+15.9%
Housing tenure
55.2%
44.8%
Owner55.2%
Renter44.8%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Cushing, OK has changed in 5 years

Income
$43,810 → $44,136
up 0.7%
Population
8,201 → 8,367
up 2.0%
Renter share
46.3% → 44.8%
-1.5 pts
Bachelor's+
12.9% → 15.9%
+3.0 pts
Median age
34.1 → 35.7
+1.6 yrs

On the earnings side, the typical household in Cushing, OK now reports about $44,136, up from $43,810 in 2021. Headcount in the area went from 8,201 to 8,367 between 2021 and 2024, a 2.0% change. About 44.8% of households rent today, against 46.3% in 2021. Educational attainment has shifted as well, with the share of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher climbed from 12.9% to 15.9%.

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At $1,200/mo, how Cushing rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

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Cushing rent by bedroom count

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

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About renting in Cushing, OK

Last updated: March 14, 2026

The median rent in Cushing is $1,200/mo as of March 2026. A studio apartment averages $760/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,020/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $810/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,350/mo.

At 33% of local median household income ($44,136/yr), Cushing ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rent prices have stayed steady over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Cushing an affordable city for renters?

Cushing is considered moderate for renters. At $1,200/mo, rent takes approximately 33% of the local median household income ($44,136/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Cushing slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Cushing?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $48,000/year (~$23/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,200/mo in Cushing. The local median household income is $44,136/yr, meaning the typical Cushing household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Cushing?

Rent in Cushing has been relatively stable over the past year, with a 0.0% change year over year as of March 2026.

How does Cushing rent compare to other cities in Oklahoma?

Cushing is one of the more affordable cities in Oklahoma for rent, ranking #28 out of 42 tracked cities at $1,200/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Cushing?

Shawnee is nearby and more affordable at $1,150/mo, which is $50 less than Cushing.

What percentage of Cushing residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 44.8% of Cushing households are renters, while 55.2% are owner-occupied. Cushing leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Cushing rent compare to the national average?

Cushing's median rent of $1,200/mo is $762 (39%) below the US national median of $1,962/mo. Within Oklahoma, it ranks #28 out of 42 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
33%
MODERATE

At $1,200/mo, rent takes ~33% of Cushing's median household income ($44,136/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Cushing 33%Benchmark 30%
State income tax0.25–4.75%
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