{"id":17173,"date":"2022-12-13T12:40:41","date_gmt":"2022-12-13T16:40:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.morningstarstorage.com\/?p=17173"},"modified":"2025-10-27T15:27:15","modified_gmt":"2025-10-27T19:27:15","slug":"oklahoma-city-moving-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.morningstarstorage.com\/storage-insights\/oklahoma-city-moving-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"So, You\u2019re Thinking of Moving to Oklahoma City?"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><b><i>A Comprehensive Moving Guide to OKC<\/i><\/b><\/h2>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It didn\u2019t get the nickname \u201cBig Friendly\u201d for nothing, Oklahoma City (also often abbreviated down to OKC) is just that \u2014 a great, friendly place to call home. This major metropolitan city is actually on the list as one of the 14 U.S. cities that have added more than 100,000 new residents over the last decade, with more than <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.abetterlifeokc.com\/featured\/oklahoma-city-s-population-has-grown-twice-as-fast-as-the-national-average\/?back=misconceptions\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1.4 million people now calling it home<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. It\u2019s expected to reach a whopping 1.52 million people by 2023!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Known for its great cost of living, affordable homes, and four-season weather, Oklahoma City\u2019s robust job market and low cost of living all make it an attractive option to call home out in the midwest. Let\u2019s take a look at some of the other reasons the Big Friendly continues to grow each and every year.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-17175 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/www.morningstarstorage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/oklahoma-city-1000x563.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1000\" height=\"563\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/www.morningstarstorage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/oklahoma-city-1000x563.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.morningstarstorage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/oklahoma-city-scaled.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/www.morningstarstorage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/oklahoma-city-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.morningstarstorage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/oklahoma-city-2048x1152.jpg 2048w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" \/><noscript><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-medium wp-image-17175\" src=\"https:\/\/www.morningstarstorage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/oklahoma-city-1000x563.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1000\" height=\"563\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.morningstarstorage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/oklahoma-city-1000x563.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/www.morningstarstorage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/oklahoma-city-scaled.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/www.morningstarstorage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/oklahoma-city-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.morningstarstorage.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/oklahoma-city-2048x1152.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/noscript><\/div>\n<h2><b>Climate Considerations<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It shouldn\u2019t come as a shock that summers in OKC are hot and dry, with little to no rain to offer a reprieve during those three to four months. During the fall season, the rain returns \u2014 although you can often still expect warmer, temperate days until the middle of October. Winters can be cold and snowy all around Oklahoma City but they\u2019re often brief. Overall, you get to experience all four seasons!<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><b>Current Job Market\u00a0<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Oklahoma City\u2019s current job market offers a ton of opportunities for those in the energy, aviation, and healthcare industries, and it\u2019s also a great place for skilled industrial workers (such as welders, machinists, etc.) to apply their skill sets.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Some of the largest area employers currently are the Oklahoma state government, University of Oklahoma, Integris Health, and the Mike Monroney Aeronautical Center.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Are you looking to start your own business? You picked the right place! Oklahoma City offers low costs of doing business, and has a variety of small business resources to help you get your idea off the ground and headed in the right direction!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If all of this wasn\u2019t good news enough, the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/realestate.usnews.com\/places\/oklahoma\/oklahoma-city\/jobs\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">unemployment rate<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in the OKC area falls below the national average (of 8.7%) at just 6.5%, and the average annual salary comes in at around $50,010.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><b>Cost of Living &amp; Transportation<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Today, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.bestplaces.net\/cost_of_living\/city\/oklahoma\/oklahoma_city\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Oklahoma City\u2019s cost of living is 85.4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, lower than the national average (which comes in at an index of 100).\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are a few different modes of public transportation around OKC, namely a public bus system, a streetcar loop, and a bike-share program, but most Oklahoma City residents find that they will need their own personal vehicle to get around town. But that doesn\u2019t necessarily mean that traffic is always backed up \u2014 commutes around the area are about <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/datausa.io\/profile\/geo\/oklahoma-city-ok\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">five minutes shorter than the national average<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">!<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><b>Educational Opportunities<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This region is always looking towards the future, to determine how it can make improvements in the quality of life for its residents. One way it has successfully done so in recent years is by continuing to invest in its educational systems.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Oklahoma City as well as a few nearby cities have a variety of colleges and universities readily available. This includes:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ou.edu\/web.html\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">University of Oklahoma\u00a0<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.okcu.edu\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Oklahoma City University<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.uco.edu\/index.asp\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">University of Central Oklahoma<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.oc.edu\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Oklahoma Christian University\u00a0<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.acm-uco.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Academy of Contemporary Music UCO<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.osuokc.edu\/home\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Oklahoma State University &#8211; OKC Campus<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.rose.edu\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Rose State College<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.occc.edu\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Oklahoma City Community College<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.langston.edu\/about_langston\/administration\/vp_for_academic_affairs\/langston_university-_oklahoma_city.aspx\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Langston University &#8211; OKC Campus<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.snu.edu\/newhome\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Southern Nazarene University\u00a0<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.macu.edu\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Mid-America Christian University<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.swcu.edu\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Southwestern Christian University<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/ru.edu\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Randall University\u00a0<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><b>Real Estate &amp; Housing Market<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Regardless of whether you\u2019re a first-time homebuyer or a family looking for a new area to set down roots, Oklahoma City\u2019s housing market can help you to do just that. The OKC real estate market is one of the hottest housing markets in the nation right now, with a market that continues to grow faster than builders can build new homes to keep up with demands!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.noradarealestate.com\/blog\/oklahoma-city-real-estate-market\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">SmartAsset<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, OKC has the most affordable housing market in the U.S., which shows homeowners and renters paying an average of $916 a month.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><b>What To Do Around Town<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There\u2019s so much to do around the OKC area, regardless of your age or stage of life! There\u2019s always something for everyone to enjoy. Here are a few fun things to add to your weekend activities list:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/nationalcowboymuseum.org\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">National Cowboy &amp; Western Heritage Museum<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/memorialmuseum.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">OKC National Memorial &amp; Museum<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.okc.gov\/departments\/public-works\/resident-community-resources\/skydance-bridge\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Skydance Bridge<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/scissortailpark.org\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Scissortail Park<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.okczoo.org\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Oklahoma City Zoo<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/myriadgardens.org\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Myriad Botanical Gardens<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.riversportokc.org\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Riversport<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.okcmoa.com\/visit\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">OKC Museum of Art<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sixflags.com\/frontiercity\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Frontier City Theme Park<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sciencemuseumok.org\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Science Museum Oklahoma<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.skeletonmuseum.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Museum of Osteology<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.okhistory.org\/historycenter\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Oklahoma History Center<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><b>Family Fun for Everyone<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Being a resident of the OKC area means you\u2019ll have access to many local events and festivals, all year long! Are you interested in the arts? Check out the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.artscouncilokc.com\/festival-of-the-arts\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Festival of the Arts<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, a celebration of music and art of all mediums. Or check out the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.deadcenterfilm.org\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">deadCenter Film Festival<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and its over 100 film screenings!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Looking for something more fitness-focused? The <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/okcmarathon.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">OKC Memorial Marathon<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is a celebration of life, with the Run to Remember bringing together runners and spectators from all across the world in order to honor those who were affected by the 1995 Oklahoma City bombing.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>If your family is interested in spending time together volunteering, there are <a href=\"https:\/\/www.morningstarstorage.com\/storage-insights\/non-profits-oklahoma-city\/\">many local charity organizations<\/a> to check out!<\/p>\n<p>And you certainly can\u2019t miss the\u00a0<a style=\"background-color: #ffffff;\" href=\"https:\/\/okstatefair.com\/\">Oklahoma State Fair<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><b>Football Fanatics, Unite<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Oklahoma as a whole is known to love its football season! Whether you\u2019re an Oklahoma Sooners fan or an Oklahoma State Cowboys fan, there\u2019s always something to root for on Saturdays in the fall!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Looking for a different sport to cheer on a local team? There\u2019s no shortage here! Check out the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nba.com\/thunder\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Oklahoma City Thunder<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (NBA) or <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.energyfc.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">OKC Energy<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> (FC) teams during their seasons.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h2><b>Morningstar Storage Can Help With Your Move to OKC<\/b><\/h2>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Now that you\u2019ve decided to call the Oklahoma City area your home, it\u2019s time to begin making plans and preparing. Lucky for you, Morningstar Storage can help to make your transition that much simpler! With eight <a href=\"https:\/\/www.morningstarstorage.com\/area\/oklahoma-city\/\">Oklahoma City storage facilities<\/a> throughout the metro area, our team of dedicated storage experts can help to keep your things safe and secure while you look for a new place to call home.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>A Comprehensive Moving Guide to OKC &nbsp; It didn\u2019t get the nickname \u201cBig Friendly\u201d for nothing, Oklahoma City (also often abbreviated down to OKC) is just that \u2014 a great, friendly place to call home. 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