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Yukon

Pop. 25,529·8th most expensive in Oklahoma·Rental market data updated monthly for Yukon, OK
Median rent (all units)
$1,608/mo
Year-over-Year
+1.9%
Month-over-Month
+0.7%
vs US Median
-$357
Rising (Monthly)
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Yukon · $1,608
More affordable than 69% of US cities · National median $1,965/mo
Rent Reality Score
53/100
Fairly priced
OverheatedFairGreat value

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

Actual rent
$1,608/mo
Expected by trend
$1,630/mo
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Medians by bedroom

Rent by unit size

Studio
$1,030
1 BR
$1,120
2 BR
$1,370
3 BR
$1,830
4 BR+
$2,000
Research median
$1,370/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
$19,296/yr
At $1,608/mo median
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Renter's MarketBalancedLandlord's Market
Rents are climbing (1.9% YoY), so leverage tilts toward landlords. Act sooner rather than later.
Based on rent-price momentum (+1.9% YoY, +0.7% MoM), not inventory.
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Demographics

Who lives here

Yukon, OK is majority owner-occupied, 30.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
25,529
Median income
$75,273
Median age
39.7
Renters
31.1%
Age distribution
22.3%
21.5%
26.5%
18%
Under 1822.3%
18–3421.5%
35–5426.5%
55–6411.7%
65+18%
Gender
49.2%
50.8%
Male49.2%
Female50.8%
Race & ethnicity
78.3%
White78.3%
Black4.4%
Hispanic7.7%
Asian1.6%
Other8%
Education (25+)
30.1%
33.6%
30.9%
No HS diploma5.3%
HS diploma30.1%
Some college33.6%
Bachelor's+30.9%
Housing tenure
68.9%
31.1%
Owner68.9%
Renter31.1%

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

2021 vs 2026

How Yukon, OK has changed in 5 years

Rent
$1,327 → $1,608
up 21.2%
Income
$72,303 → $75,273
up 4.1%
Population
23,697 → 25,529
up 7.7%
Renter share
27.3% → 31.1%
+3.8 pts
Bachelor's+
31.5% → 30.9%
-0.6 pts
Median age
37.9 → 39.7
+1.8 yrs

Since 2021, the typical rent in Yukon, OK has increased from $1,327 to $1,608, a 21.2% change over five years. Local incomes tracked alongside that move, going from a median of $72,303 in 2021 to $75,273 more recently. That spread, with rent up faster than earnings, points to a tougher affordability environment than five years ago. The population has grown by 7.7% since 2021, moving from about 23,697 residents to roughly 25,529. Renters now make up 31.1% of households, compared with 27.3% five years ago. These shifts give renters and would-be renters a longer baseline for sizing up today's listings against the Yukon, OK market of 2021.

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By apartment size

Yukon rent by bedroom count

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

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Last updated: July 20, 2026

The median rent in Yukon is $1,608/mo as of July 2026. A studio apartment averages $1,030/mo while a 2-bedroom runs $1,370/mo. One-bedroom apartments average $1,120/mo and 3-bedroom units go for $1,830/mo.

At 26% of local median household income ($75,273/yr), Yukon ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 1.9% over the past year.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Yukon an affordable city for renters?

Yukon is considered affordable for renters. At $1,608/mo, rent takes approximately 26% of the local median household income ($75,273/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. Yukon falls comfortably within that range.

How much income do you need to rent in Yukon?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $64,000/year (~$31/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,608/mo in Yukon. The local median household income is $75,273/yr, meaning the typical Yukon household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in Yukon?

Rent in Yukon has increased 1.9% over the past year as of July 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

How does Yukon rent compare to other cities in Oklahoma?

Yukon is one of the pricier cities in Oklahoma for rent, ranking #8 out of 38 tracked cities at $1,608/mo.

Which nearby cities are cheaper to rent in than Yukon?

Several nearby cities have lower median rents than Yukon ($1,608/mo): Bethany ($1,186/mo), Warr Acres ($1,310/mo), El Reno ($1,395/mo).

What percentage of Yukon residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 31.1% of Yukon households are renters, while 68.9% are owner-occupied. Yukon leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does Yukon rent compare to the national average?

Yukon's median rent of $1,608/mo is $357 (18%) below the US national median of $1,965/mo. Within Oklahoma, it ranks #8 out of 38 tracked cities.
Income Affordability
26%
AFFORDABLE

At $1,608/mo, rent takes ~26% of Yukon's median household income ($75,273/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

Yukon 26%Benchmark 30%
State income tax0.25–4.75%
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