Oklahoma House Affordability Calculator

Find out how much house you can afford in Oklahoma based on your take-home pay.

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Oklahoma Property Tax Rate: ~0.9%

Oklahoma has below-average property taxes compared to the national average of 1.1%.

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How Lenders Calculate Differently

Mortgage lenders use your gross (pre-tax) income to determine how much you can borrow. This calculator uses your take-home pay to show what you can actually afford from your monthly budget.

Your Financial Information

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Your after-tax monthly income

% of take-home pay for housing

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Amount you'll pay upfront

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Car, student loans, credit cards

For reference only - not used in calculations

State tax: 0.25-4.75%| Avg property tax: 0.9%

How Much House Can You Afford?

Maximum Home Price

$222,891

Recommended: $189,457 (conservative)

Moderate28.0% of take-home pay

Monthly Payment Breakdown

Total Monthly Payment$1,399
Principal & Interest$1,070
Property Tax$204
Home Insurance$125

Your Monthly Budget

Take-Home Pay$5,000
Housing (28.0%)-$1,399
Other Debts-$500
Remaining for Other Expenses$3,101

Loan Amount

$162,891

Down Payment

2,690.0%

No PMI

Total Interest

$222,337

Over 30 years

Total Cost

$445,228

Principal + Interest + Down

Understanding Your Budget Ratios

Housing Ratio (28.0%): Percentage of your take-home pay going to housing. Financial experts recommend keeping this below 28-30%.

Total Debt Ratio (38.0%): Housing plus all other debts. Aim to keep this below 40% for financial flexibility.

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Important Notice

This calculator uses your after-tax income for estimates. Lenders typically use gross (pre-tax) income for mortgage qualification.

  • Consult a mortgage professional for pre-approval amounts
  • Actual affordability depends on credit score, debt-to-income ratio, and lender requirements
  • Property taxes and insurance rates vary by location

Buying a Home in Oklahoma

When calculating home affordability in Oklahoma, consider these state-specific factors:

Property Tax

~0.9%

Average annual rate

On a $400,000 Home

$300/mo

Property tax payment

Oklahoma Home Buying Tips

  • Research property tax rates by county - they can vary significantly
  • Factor in Oklahoma state income tax when budgeting
  • Consider homeowners insurance costs, which vary by region
  • Look into Oklahoma-specific first-time homebuyer programs
  • Get multiple mortgage quotes to find the best rate

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