Broken Arrow

Broken Arrow is full of lush greenery.
Storefronts in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma.
Storefronts in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma.
Residents can play tennis at Aspen Creek Park in Broken Arrow.
A man walks dogs through a park in Broken Arrow.

Broken Arrow, OK Area Guide

Apartment options galore in this grand suburb

Affordable Convenient Accessible Suburb University

Welcome to Broken Arrow, a thriving suburb of Tulsa and Oklahoma's fourth-largest city. Located just 14 miles southeast of downtown Tulsa, Broken Arrow offers residents a mix of suburban comfort and local charm. The average rent for a one-bedroom apartment is $1,083 with a 2.8% year-over-year increase. The historic Rose District anchors downtown with its collection of local shops and a seasonal farmers market. The city features several parks, including Events Park and Ray Harral Nature Park, while the Broken Arrow Public Schools system serves the community. Northeastern State University maintains a branch campus here, serving approximately 3,000 students.

Established in 1902 alongside the Missouri-Kansas-Texas Railroad, Broken Arrow has grown from a small Creek settlement into a dynamic city of over 117,000 residents. The city maintains a strong manufacturing presence, with major employers like FlightSafety International and Blue Bell Creameries contributing to the local economy. The Broken Arrow Performing Arts Center hosts touring shows and local performances throughout the year. A new entertainment venue, the Sunset Amphitheater, is under construction with plans for completion in 2025. With a median household income of $79,043, Broken Arrow continues to grow while preserving its historic character.

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Storefronts in Broken Arrow, Oklahoma.

Residents can play tennis at Aspen Creek Park in Broken Arrow.

A man walks dogs through a park in Broken Arrow.

Rent Trends

As of March 2026, the average apartment rent in Broken Arrow, OK is $1,035 for a studio, $1,102 for one bedroom, $1,292 for two bedrooms, and $1,687 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Broken Arrow has increased by 1.2% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,102/month
737 Sq Ft
House
$2,142/month
1,835 Sq Ft
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Cost of Living

The cost of living in Broken Arrow, OK is 11.0% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Broken Arrow is 21.9% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $1,035 - $1,687. You can expect to pay 3.6% less for groceries, 1.4% less for utilities, and 9.5% less for transportation.

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Getting Around

Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Broken Arrow, OK is for everyday living.

Car-Dependent

38 / 100

This area is considered a car-dependent area and most errands will require a car.

Minimal Transit

14 / 100

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

Somewhat Bikeable

36 / 100

You might be able to find places to ride your bike in this area, but you’ll most likely want your car for most errands.

Schools

Oneta Ridge Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

Union 8th Grade Center

Public

Grades 6-8

Centennial Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

Broken Arrow Freshman Academy

Public

Grades 6-12

Oliver Middle School

Public

Grades 6-8

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Washington Irving Memorial Park and Arboretum

Airports

  • Tulsa International

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.