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Durant

Pop. 19,746·12th most expensive in Oklahoma·Rental market data updated monthly for Durant, OK
Median rent (all units)
$1,478/mo
Year-over-Year
-0.5%
Month-over-Month
+3.8%
vs US Median
-$487
Rising (Monthly)
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Durant · $1,478
More affordable than 77% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Affordability
38% of income
MODERATE
0%30% benchmark60%+

At $1,478/mo, rent takes about 38% of the local median household income, slightly above the 30% benchmark.

Income to afford
$59,000/yr
Local median income
$46,812/yr
Based on the 30%-of-income rule using Durant's median rent and household income. See the full affordability breakdown →
Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$750
1 BR
$750
2 BR
$990
3 BR
$1,310
4 BR+
$1,490
Research median
$990/mo

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

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

Annual cost
$17,736/yr
At $1,478/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Landlord's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are up 0.5% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (-0.5% YoY, +3.8% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Durant, OK is roughly split between renters and owners, has a median income below the national average, 29.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
19,746
Median income
$46,812
Median age
34
Renters
53.8%
Age distribution
23.5%
28.4%
24.6%
15.1%
Under 1823.5%
18–3428.4%
35–5424.6%
55–648.4%
65+15.1%
Gender
48.3%
51.7%
Male48.3%
Female51.7%
Race & ethnicity
65.8%
21%
White65.8%
Black2.3%
Hispanic9.9%
Asian0.9%
Other21%
Education (25+)
30.9%
28.2%
29.2%
No HS diploma11.8%
HS diploma30.9%
Some college28.2%
Bachelor's+29.2%
Housing tenure
46.2%
53.8%
Owner46.2%
Renter53.8%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Durant, OK has changed in 5 years

Income
$41,009 → $46,812
up 14.2%
Population
18,358 → 19,746
up 7.6%
Renter share
56.2% → 53.8%
-2.4 pts
Bachelor's+
27.4% → 29.2%
+1.8 pts

On the earnings side, the typical household in Durant, OK now reports about $46,812, up from $41,009 in 2021. The population has grown by 7.6% since 2021, moving from about 18,358 residents to roughly 19,746. Renters now make up 53.8% of households, compared with 56.2% five years ago.

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At $1,478/mo, how Durant rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

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Durant rent by bedroom count

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About renting in Durant, OK

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Durant is $1,478/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $750/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $990/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $750/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,310/mo.

At 38% of local median household income ($46,812/yr), Durant ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 0.5% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Durant an affordable city for renters?

Durant is considered moderate for renters. At $1,478/mo, rent takes approximately 38% of the local median household income ($46,812/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Durant slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Durant?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $59,000/year (~$28/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,478/mo in Durant. The local median household income is $46,812/yr, meaning the typical Durant household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Durant?

Rent in Durant has decreased 0.5% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

How does Durant rent compare to other cities in Oklahoma?

Durant is one of the pricier cities in Oklahoma for rent, ranking #12 out of 38 tracked cities at $1,478/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Durant?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Durant ($1,478/mo): Sherman ($1,291/mo), Denison ($1,437/mo).

What percentage of Durant residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 53.8% of Durant households are renters, while 46.2% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, Durant has a strong rental market.

How does Durant rent compare to the national average?

Durant's median rent of $1,478/mo is $487 (25%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Oklahoma, it ranks #12 out of 38 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
38%
MODERATE

At $1,478/mo, rent takes ~38% of Durant's median household income ($46,812/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Durant 38%Benchmark 30%
State income tax0.25–4.75%
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