Elder Care Cost: Texas vs Oklahoma (2026)
Oklahoma assisted living runs $3,700/month — $550/month less than Texas's $4,250/month. That's $6,600/year.
Texas
$4,250
assisted living/month
-$250 vs national avg
Oklahoma
$3,700
assisted living/month
-$800 vs national avg
Texas vs Oklahoma — All Care Types
Monthly costs. Green = lower cost. National average shown for context.
| Care Type | Texas | Oklahoma |
|---|---|---|
| Assisted Living | $4,250/mo | $3,700/mo ✓ |
| Nursing Home — Private Room | $7,300/mo | $7,118/mo ✓ |
| Nursing Home — Semi-Private | $6,205/mo | $6,205/mo |
| In-Home Aide (44 hrs/week) | $4,767/mo | $4,385/mo ✓ |
| Adult Day Care | $1,300/mo | $1,192/mo ✓ |
Source: Genworth/CareScout Cost of Care Survey 2024–2025. Statewide medians — metro areas typically run 15–30% higher.
Annual Cost Difference
For assisted living, Oklahoma costs $44,400/year vs Texas's $51,000/year.
Monthly gap
$550
Annual gap
$6,600
2-year care
$13,200
% difference
15%
Assisted living only. Nursing home gap: $182/month ($2,184/year).
Frequently Asked Questions
Is elder care cheaper in Texas or Oklahoma?
Oklahoma is cheaper for assisted living at $3,700/month, vs. $4,250/month in Texas — a $550/month gap. Oklahoma comes out ahead on 4 of 5 care categories.
How do nursing home costs compare between these states?
A private nursing home room in Texas runs $7,300/month vs. $7,118/month in Oklahoma. The national median is $9,733/month.
How do both states compare to the national average?
The national average for assisted living is $4,500/month. Texas is $250 below the national average, and Oklahoma is $800 below.
Do costs vary within each state?
Yes. Metro areas typically run 15–30% above the statewide median shown here. Statewide averages are useful for comparing states, but actual costs depend heavily on the specific city or county.
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