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

As of July 2026, the median monthly rent in Stillwater, OK is $1,418. This figure is based on aggregated data from public sources and community-submitted rents.

Is Stillwater cheaper than other Oklahoma cities?

Stillwater falls in the middle range for Oklahoma, ranking #15 out of 38 cities at $1,418/mo.

When was Stillwater rent data last updated?

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

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Stillwater

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Pop. 49,269·15th most expensive in Oklahoma·Stillwater rents are up 12.0% over the past year

Median rent (all units)

$1,418/mo

Year-over-Year

+12.0%

Month-over-Month

-1.4%

vs US Median

-$547

Falling (Monthly)

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Stillwater · $1,418

More affordable than 81% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo

Rent Reality Score

50/100

Fairly priced

OverheatedFairGreat value

Rents are right about where Stillwater's 10-year trend predicts.

Actual rent

$1,418/mo

Expected by trend

$1,421/mo

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

Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio

$805

1 BR

$865

2 BR

$1,060

3 BR

$1,485

4 BR+

$1,600

Research median

$1,060/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

$17,016/yr

At $1,418/mo median

Rent Market Meter

Strong Landlord's Market

Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market

Rents are up 12.0% year-over-year. Expect competition, and move quickly to lock in terms.

Based on rent-price momentum (+12.0% YoY, -1.4% MoM), not inventory.

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Demographics

Who lives here

Stillwater, OK is majority renter-occupied, skews toward younger working-age adults, has a median income below the national average, 49.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population

49,269

Median income

$43,700

Median age

23.9

Renters

62.9%

Age distribution

14.2%

52.2%

16.8%

Under 1814.2%

18–3452.2%

35–5416.8%

55–646.3%

65+10.4%

Gender

50.1%

49.9%

Male50.1%

Female49.9%

Race & ethnicity

73.3%

White73.3%

Black4.7%

Hispanic5.9%

Asian6.4%

Other9.7%

Education (25+)

19.5%

26.5%

49.9%

No HS diploma4%

HS diploma19.5%

Some college26.5%

Bachelor's+49.9%

Housing tenure

37.1%

62.9%

Owner37.1%

Renter62.9%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Stillwater, OK has changed in 5 years

Rent

$1,026 → $1,418

up 38.2%

Income

$37,991 → $43,700

up 15.0%

Population

48,055 → 49,269

up 2.5%

Renter share

60.2% → 62.9%

+2.7 pts

Bachelor's+

51.1% → 49.9%

-1.2 pts

Rent in Stillwater, OK has climbed 38.2% since 2021, going from about $1,026 per month to roughly $1,418 today. Median household income grew from $37,991 to $43,700 between 2021 and 2024, a 15.0% shift. Rent outpaced income growth by roughly 23.2 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 48,055 to 49,269 between 2021 and 2024, a 2.5% change. About 62.9% of households rent today, against 60.2% in 2021. Taken together, the five-year picture in Stillwater, OK reflects how housing costs and the people paying them have evolved through a stretch that included a pandemic, a hot rental market, and a recent cooling phase.

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Salary vs rent

Can you afford rent in Stillwater on your salary?

At $1,418/mo, how Stillwater rent compares to typical pay (30% rule).

Registered Nurse

Avg $83,142/yr · Rent = 20.5% income

affordable

Elementary School Teacher

Avg $59,030/yr · Rent = 28.8% income

affordable

Police Officer

Avg $67,998/yr · Rent = 25% income

affordable

Software Developer

Avg $121,537/yr · Rent = 14% income

very comfortable

Lawyer

Avg $155,294/yr · Rent = 11% income

very comfortable

Firefighter

Avg $55,273/yr · Rent = 30.8% income

stretched

Truck Driver

Avg $49,905/yr · Rent = 34.1% income

stretched

Electrician

Avg $61,512/yr · Rent = 27.7% income

affordable

By apartment size

Stillwater rent by bedroom count

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

Local insights

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About renting in Stillwater, OK

Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Stillwater is $1,418/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $805/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,060/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $865/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,485/mo.

At 39% of local median household income ($43,700/yr), Stillwater ranks as moderate compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 12.0% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Stillwater an affordable city for renters?

Stillwater is considered moderate for renters. At $1,418/mo, rent takes approximately 39% of the local median household income ($43,700/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Stillwater slightly exceeds that threshold, so budgeting carefully matters here.

How much income do you need to rent in Stillwater?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $57,000/year (~$27/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,418/mo in Stillwater. The local median household income is $43,700/yr, meaning the typical Stillwater household falls short of that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Stillwater?

Rent in Stillwater has increased 12.0% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Which Stillwater neighborhoods have the lowest rent?

The most affordable ZIP codes in Stillwater are 74074 ($1,386/mo), and 74075 ($1,503/mo). Citywide, the median rent in Stillwater is $1,418/mo.

How does Stillwater rent compare to other cities in Oklahoma?

Stillwater is middle-of-the-pack for Oklahoma for rent, ranking #15 out of 38 tracked cities at $1,418/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Stillwater?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Stillwater ($1,418/mo): Ponca City ($808/mo), Cushing ($1,200/mo), Guthrie ($1,287/mo).

What percentage of Stillwater residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 62.9% of Stillwater households are renters, while 37.1% are owner-occupied. With a majority renter population, Stillwater has a strong rental market.

How does Stillwater rent compare to the national average?

Stillwater's median rent of $1,418/mo is $547 (28%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Oklahoma, it ranks #15 out of 38 tracked cities.

Income Affordability

39%

MODERATE

At $1,418/mo, rent takes ~39% of Stillwater's median household income ($43,700/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Stillwater 39%Benchmark 30%

State income tax0.25–4.75%

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