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Policy / May 13, 2026

Leadership Notes: A balanced approach to wage growth

Oklahoma City’s continued growth has been shaped by thoughtful decisions, steady investment and a commitment to building a competitive and resilient economy. As our region evolves, so do conversations around how we support workers, businesses and long-term economic opportunity.

By Christy Gillenwater
Economy / April 24, 2026

Lower grocery costs add to Oklahoma’s affordability edge

Everyday expenses like groceries are one of the clearest ways people feel the cost of living — and in Oklahoma, those costs remain among the lowest in the country. New data from Visual Capitalist shows grocery prices in Oklahoma are about 4.6% below the national average, ranking the state third-lowest nationwide.

By Chamber Staff
Economy / April 17, 2026

Lower grocery costs add to Oklahoma’s affordability edge

Everyday expenses like groceries are one of the clearest ways people feel the cost of living — and in Oklahoma, those costs remain among the lowest in the country. New data from Visual Capitalist shows grocery prices in Oklahoma are about 4.6% below the national average, ranking the state third-lowest nationwide.

By Chamber Staff
VeloCity profile / August 28, 2020
Dirk Spiers
Founder & President,
Spiers New Technologies
The OKC Chamber has been absolutely terrific for us; very, very helpful and always on our side. I’m grateful for that.
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