1-Bedroom Apartment Rent in Tulsa, OK
Median asking rent for a 1-bedroom apartment in Tulsa, Oklahoma as of August 2026. That's +24% lower than the citywide median of $1,276 and +30% below the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395.
Income needed for a 1-bedroom in Tulsa
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income guideline (the threshold above which households are considered rent-burdened), here's what you need to earn to comfortably afford a 1-bedroom at the current median rent.
Rent by apartment size in Tulsa
Compare Tulsa's median rent across every apartment size.
Cheapest cities for a 1-bedroom in Oklahoma
Most expensive cities for a 1-bedroom in Oklahoma
| # | City | 1-Bedroom rent |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Piedmont | $1,360 |
| 2 | Jenks | $1,310 |
| 3 | Edmond | $1,268 |
| 4 | Glenpool | $1,160 |
| 5 | Mustang | $1,130 |
| 6 | Broken Arrow | $1,130 |
| 7 | Bixby | $1,130 |
| 8 | Yukon | $1,120 |
| 9 | Collinsville | $1,120 |
| 10 | Owasso | $1,100 |
| 11 | Oklahoma City | $1,015 |
| 12 | Noble | $1,010 |
| 13 | Moore | $1,010 |
| 14 | Tulsa (this page) | $970 |
| 15 | Norman | $963 |
Nearby cities — 1-bedroom rent
Considering nearby alternatives? 5 of these cities have cheaper 1-bedroom rents than Tulsa.
| City | Distance | 1-Bedroom rent | vs Tulsa |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jenks, OK | 9.5 mi | $1,310 | +$340 (+35%) |
| Owasso, OK | 12.8 mi | $1,100 | +$130 (+13%) |
| Broken Arrow, OK | 13 mi | $1,130 | +$160 (+16%) |
| Glenpool, OK | 13.6 mi | $1,160 | +$190 (+20%) |
| Bixby, OK | 14.3 mi | $1,130 | +$160 (+16%) |
| Collinsville, OK | 18.7 mi | $1,120 | +$150 (+15%) |
| Sapulpa, OK | 18.8 mi | $940 | $-30 (-3%) |
| Sand Springs, OK | 18.9 mi | $930 | $-40 (-4%) |
| Coweta, OK | 23.7 mi | $900 | $-70 (-7%) |
| Claremore, OK | 29.7 mi | $930 | $-40 (-4%) |
| Bartlesville, OK | 41.2 mi | $815 | $-155 (-16%) |
| Muskogee, OK | 53.1 mi | $810 | $-160 (-16%) |
1-Bedroom rent in Tulsa — common questions
How much is a 1-bedroom apartment in Tulsa?
As of August 2026, the median 1-bedroom apartment rent in Tulsa, Oklahoma is $970 per month. This is +24% below the citywide median of $1,276.
What income do you need to afford a 1-bedroom in Tulsa?
Using the standard 30% rent-to-income rule, you would need an annual income of about $38,800 ($3,233/month gross), which works out to roughly $18.65/hour at a full-time job.
Is Tulsa expensive for a 1-bedroom compared to the rest of the US?
Tulsa's 1-bedroom median of $970 is +30% below the national 1-bedroom median of $1,395. It ranks in the 18th percentile of US cities tracked.
How does Tulsa rank for 1-bedroom rent in Oklahoma?
Among the 38 cities in Oklahoma with 1-bedroom data, Tulsa ranks #25 from cheapest to most expensive.
Are there cheaper 1-bedroom options near Tulsa?
Yes — nearby cities with cheaper 1-bedroom rents include Sapulpa ($940), Sand Springs ($930), Coweta ($900).