Tulsa has a population of approximately 400,000. This city in northeast Oklahoma is the state's second largest city. The population of the Tulsa metropolitan area is nearly 1 million. Tulsa is Tulsa County's county seat.
Relocating to Tulsa can mean some changes in the way you live. The city has a variety of great places to live and a number of fantastic retail establishments. Different types of cuisine are available in the city's restaurants. You will find a number of things to do here. Places to work in Tulsa include the county government offices, public schools and hospitals. Public and private schools here offer education for every grade level.
If you are moving from another large city in the United States, Tulsa's cost of living may be a pleasant surprise. The city's cost of living is lower than the average of other cities in the country. It is slightly higher than the average of other cities in the state. The average home rental cost will be a pleasant surprise if you are from a city such as New York or San Francisco. Tulsa's average home rental cost is lower than the average home rental cost in the United States and approximately the same as it is in other Oklahoma cities.
If you are moving from a milder climate so you can enjoy snow in the winter, you will enjoy winters in Tulsa. The city receives approximately 10 inches of snow annually. Winter temperatures here range from the low 30s to the high 40s. Summer temperatures in the high 80s and low 90s will be a nice change if you have moved here from a desert city with summer temperatures over 100. May is the rainiest month in the city.
Unique attractions in Tulsa include the Arkansas River and the Tulsa Zoo. There are trails for hiking, running and bicycling along the banks of the river. You can go kayaking in the river. The zoo and the Oxley Nature Center are in Mohawk Park. This park has over 2,000 acres of land, and it is one of the largest city parks in the country. Indoor attractions in Tulsa include museums and theaters.
You can take buses operated by Tulsa Transit to travel around Tulsa. They are the most affordable way to get around the city and costs less than $2 per ride for an adult.
You will find it easy to locate the best place to live in Tulsa. These are our choices for the best areas to live in Tulsa. You can use search criteria such as schools, housing and jobs to decide what place in the Tulsa metropolitan area is best for you.