Oklahoma City has clinched the top spot for the lowest cost of living among large cities with populations exceeding 500,000. That’s according to a recent report by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER).
According to the latest Economic Outlook Ranking, Oklahoma is ranked No. 5 for economic outlook compared to other state across the nation.
The manufacturing sector in Oklahoma is not just growing; it's evolving. With over 1,285 payrolled manufacturing business establishments in Oklahoma City, the sector is a hotbed for innovation and development. This dynamism is a critical factor in attracting new investments and sustaining long-term growth in the industry.
A new analysis of consumer spending and cost of living data ranked Oklahoma No. 2 for how long a retiree could live on the interest accumulated from a $1 million nest egg.
Oklahoma City's ethnic population is growing and will soon outpace the growth of OKC's White population.
A recent partnership among several Oklahoma film offices aimed to promote the state as a filmmaking destination among scores of industry professionals gathered in Southern California has gotten rave reviews. State film officials say this collaborative effort could lead to even more films and TV series being shot in Oklahoma City and other locales across the state.
Oklahoma City ranks second nationally among the top 50 cities for maximizing apartment space on a $1,700 budget, according to Rent Cafe, a nationwide apartment listing service. The analysis focused on the delicate balance between space and affordability. On average, the budget across 50 U.S. cities would compare to a 944-square-foot apartment, with variations across regions.
Several nonprofit organizations make up the partnership. Their goal is to find stable housing for 500 people experiencing unsheltered homelessness by 2025.
