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Jenks

Pop. 27,102·5th most expensive in Oklahoma·Rents have been falling, good time to negotiate
Median rent (all units)
$1,706/mo
Year-over-Year
-2.3%
Month-over-Month
-3.4%
vs US Median
-$259
Falling (Monthly)
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Jenks · $1,706
More affordable than 61% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
68/100
Good value
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Rents are 9% below what Jenks's 10-year trend predicts — a better deal than its own history suggests.

Actual rent
$1,706/mo
Expected by trend
$1,873/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,230
1 BR
$1,310
2 BR
$1,630
3 BR
$2,150
4 BR+
$2,480
Research median
$1,630/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
$20,472/yr
At $1,706/mo median
Rent Market Meter
Strong Renter's Market
Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are down 2.3% year-over-year. Push hard on price, concessions, and lease terms.
Based on rent-price momentum (-2.3% YoY, -3.4% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Jenks, OK is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income above the national average, 50.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
27,102
Median income
$111,004
Median age
34.3
Renters
22.5%
Age distribution
33.1%
18.3%
27.4%
Under 1833.1%
18–3418.3%
35–5427.4%
55–6411%
65+10.2%
Gender
49.6%
50.4%
Male49.6%
Female50.4%
Race & ethnicity
62.8%
14.3%
White62.8%
Black3.7%
Hispanic8.8%
Asian10.4%
Other14.3%
Education (25+)
15.2%
26.8%
50.6%
No HS diploma7.4%
HS diploma15.2%
Some college26.8%
Bachelor's+50.6%
Housing tenure
77.5%
22.5%
Owner77.5%
Renter22.5%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Jenks, OK has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,433 → $1,706
up 19.1%
Income
$91,798 → $111,004
up 20.9%
Population
25,210 → 27,102
up 7.5%
Renter share
22.8% → 22.5%
-0.3 pts
Bachelor's+
44.4% → 50.6%
+6.2 pts

The median rent in Jenks, OK stood at $1,433 in 2021 and currently runs about $1,706, reflecting a 19.1% increase over the period. Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $91,798 in 2021 to $111,004 more recently. The population has grown by 7.5% since 2021, moving from about 25,210 residents to roughly 27,102. College-educated residents now make up 50.6% of adults here, versus 44.4% in 2021. These shifts give renters and would-be renters a longer baseline for sizing up today's listings against the Jenks, OK market of 2021.

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Jenks rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Jenks, OK

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Jenks is $1,706/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,230/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,630/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,310/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $2,150/mo.

At 18% of local median household income ($111,004/yr), Jenks ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have decreased 2.3% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Jenks an affordable city for renters?

Jenks is considered very affordable for renters. At $1,706/mo, rent takes approximately 18% of the local median household income ($111,004/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Jenks falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Jenks?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $68,000/year (~$33/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,706/mo in Jenks. The local median household income is $111,004/yr, meaning the typical Jenks household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Jenks?

Rent in Jenks has decreased 2.3% over the past year as of July 2026, offering some relief compared to 12 months ago.

How does Jenks rent compare to other cities in Oklahoma?

Jenks is one of the pricier cities in Oklahoma for rent, ranking #5 out of 38 tracked cities at $1,706/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Jenks?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Jenks ($1,706/mo): Tulsa ($1,272/mo), Sapulpa ($1,310/mo), Glenpool ($1,450/mo).

What percentage of Jenks residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 22.5% of Jenks households are renters, while 77.5% are owner-occupied. Jenks leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Jenks rent compare to the national average?

Jenks's median rent of $1,706/mo is $259 (13%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Oklahoma, it ranks #5 out of 38 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
18%
VERY AFFORDABLE

At $1,706/mo, rent takes ~18% of Jenks's median household income ($111,004/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Jenks 18%Benchmark 30%
State income tax0.25–4.75%
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