Tulsa, OK Community

Discussions, reviews and tips from residents and people considering a move

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Jaxon Sanchez

Moving to Tulsa — what should I know?

Longtime lurker here, Been living here since 2024. The unemployment rate is 3.9%, which is pretty low. The weather takes some getting used to. What are your go-to spots? I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Cost of living is definite...

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Kayden M.

How is the nightlife in Tulsa?

Been meaning to ask this. The median home value here is around $189,600, which is actually reasonable. Rent is about $998/month for a decent place. Homes are going for about $189,600 on average. Poverty rate is 14.2%, which is around average. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. It's not ...

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David P.

Grocery stores in Tulsa — recommendations?

Curious what people think. Military spouse here. Household incomes average around $58,407 in Tulsa. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Does this match your experience? Thanks!

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Brooks Sanders

Is Tulsa worth it salary-wise?

We're a young couple and You can expect to pay around $998 for rent here. Worth the trade-offs?

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mountain_hunter72

What I wish I knew before living in Tulsa

Anyone else feel this way? My family moved here when I was a kid. Rent is about $998/month for a decent place. The unemployment rate is 3.9%, which is pretty low. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus.

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Maya Scott

Quick question about Tulsa

Hello, You can expect to pay around $998 for rent here. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. The weather takes some getting used to. What are your go-to spots? Thanks! Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Co...

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David P.

Working remotely from Tulsa — my experience

I've been working remotely from Tulsa for 4 years now. Here's my take: The pace of life here is perfect for remote work. No crazy commute stress, affordable living, and enough amenities to not feel isolated. Cost of living: pretty reasonable Internet: Decent, getting better with new providers Cowo...

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Bruce H.

Worst things about Tulsa nobody talks about

Been meaning to ask this. I'm single, late 20s, and Average temperature is around 63°F, so the weather is moderate. You can expect to pay around $998 for rent here. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. What are your go-to spots? Traffic can be ...

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Zoey Smith

Dog-friendly places in Tulsa?

Hey, I'm retired and Household incomes average around $58,407 in Tulsa. The unemployment rate is 3.9%, which is pretty low. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse.

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Jaxon Sanchez

How much do you pay for rent in Tulsa?

Hey, Just moved here 12 months ago and Average temperature is around 63°F, so the weather is moderate. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. What would you do?

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Jason W.

Job hunting in Tulsa — tips?

Anyone else feel this way? Household incomes average around $58,407 in Tulsa. It's a a mid-size city city with about 412K people. The median home value here is around $189,600, which is actually reasonable. The city has invested a lot in new development. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Tho...

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Waylon Stewart

What surprised you most about Tulsa?

Anyone else feel this way? I'm a nurse at the local hospital and Rent is about $998/month for a decent place. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. There's a growing tech scene which is ...

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Catherine P.

Worst things about Tulsa nobody talks about

Hi all, I'm a remote worker and Rent is about $998/month for a decent place. It's a a mid-size city city with about 412K people. You can expect to pay around $998 for rent here. Crime rate is something to consider — Tulsa sits at 986.8 per 100K. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborh...

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Evan Collins

Best industries in Tulsa right now

I'm retired and Poverty rate is 14.2%, which is around average. The suburbs are where most families end up. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. Should I be concerned? There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods.

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Maya Scott

How much do you pay for rent in Tulsa?

Random thought, The unemployment rate is 3.9%, which is pretty low. Average temperature is around 63°F, so the weather is moderate. It's a a mid-size city city with about 412K people. The median home value here is around $189,600, which is actually reasonable. The weather takes some getting used to....

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Maya Scott

Cheapest neighborhoods in Tulsa?

Curious what people think. Median household income is $58,407, which feels about average for the area. Rent is about $998/month for a decent place. Homes are going for about $189,600 on average. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. The city has invested a lot in new development...

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David P.

Starting a business in Tulsa?

Random thought, It's a a mid-size city city with about 412K people. You can expect to pay around $998 for rent here. Crime rate is something to consider — Tulsa sits at 986.8 per 100K. Average temperature is around 63°F, so the weather is moderate. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. I'd...

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Kayden M.

Couple moving to Tulsa from out of state

I'm a college student here and The unemployment rate is 3.9%, which is pretty low. Poverty rate is 14.2%, which is around average. Median household income is $58,407, which feels about average for the area. Household incomes average around $58,407 in Tulsa. The suburbs are where most families end up...

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Sadie Baker

Things that make Tulsa unique

OK so Poverty rate is 14.2%, which is around average. With a population of 412K, Tulsa is a mid-size city. The city has invested a lot in new development. The weather takes some getting used to. Any advice would be great. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Honestly, I think it's a ...

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Henry

Best hidden gems in Tulsa

Been meaning to ask this. I'm single, late 40s, and Median household income is $58,407, which feels about average for the area.

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Sadie Baker

How much do you pay for rent in Tulsa?

OK so I'm a teacher here and Worth the trade-offs? Cheers. The weather takes some getting used to.

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Brooks Sanders

Working remotely from Tulsa

Anyone else feel this way? With a population of 412K, Tulsa is a mid-size city. Crime rate is something to consider — Tulsa sits at 986.8 per 100K. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Does this match your experience? There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. I'd sa...

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David P.

Just moved to Tulsa from Dallas — first impressions

We made the move 5 ago and here are my first impressions: There are tons of parks and outdoor spaces. Rent runs about $998/month for a typical apartment. Weather is moderate — about 63F average. Biggest surprise: The food scene is way better than expected Biggest disappointment: Public transit cou...

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Ian E.

Moving to Tulsa for work — advice?

Been living here since 2011. With a population of 412K, Tulsa is a mid-size city. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. The suburbs are where most families end up. The suburbs are where most families end up.

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Catherine P.

First time home buyer in Tulsa

Longtime lurker here, I'm originally from Austin and Average temperature is around 63°F, so the weather is moderate. The median home value here is around $189,600, which is actually reasonable. It's a a mid-size city city with about 412K people. Median household income is $58,407, which feels about ...

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Henry

How much do you pay for rent in Tulsa?

First post here. I'm a nurse at the local hospital and Household incomes average around $58,407 in Tulsa. It's a a mid-size city city with about 412K people. The median home value here is around $189,600, which is actually reasonable. The unemployment rate is 3.9%, which is pretty low. People here a...

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Sadie Baker

Tulsa quality of life — am I missing something?

Hello, I'm a teacher here and It's a a mid-size city city with about 412K people. With a population of 412K, Tulsa is a mid-size city. The weather takes some getting used to. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Is this normal for Tulsa? Honestly, I think it's a great place if...

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Zoey Smith

Starting a business in Tulsa?

Hey, Poverty rate is 14.2%, which is around average. Crime rate is something to consider — Tulsa sits at 986.8 per 100K. You can expect to pay around $998 for rent here. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Cost of living is ...

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Zoey Smith

Tulsa in the winter — how bad?

Median household income is $58,407, which feels about average for the area. The suburbs are where most families end up. Would love some local perspective. The weather takes some getting used to. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The suburbs are wh...

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