Special Interest
Housing in Craig County
Both Census and HUD figures represent gross rent — contract rent plus estimated utility costs for electricity, heat, water, and sewer.
Rent in Craig County averages $810/month for a 2‑bedroom in 2024, compared to the Oklahoma median of $1,014 and the national median of $1,413. Local renters spend approximately 28% of household income on rent, below the national average of 32%.
HUD 2026 50th Percentile Rent Estimates for Craig County FMR Area are $833 for a studio, $844 for 1‑bedroom, $1,108 for 2‑bedroom, $1,351 for 3‑bedroom, and $1,467 for 4‑bedroom.
HUD 2026 Rent Estimates reflect market movement since 2024 Census data — a $298 increase for a 2-bedroom in Craig County shows a 37% rise over that period.
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics annual unemployment rate for Craig County was 3.4% in 2024, compared to Oklahoma at 3.3% and the national rate of 4.0%.
