Median Age
28 Years
Largest Age Group
20-29 Years
Approximately 33% of Residents
Under 20
24%
Over 65
11%
Stillwater
Stillwater, OK Area Guide
Avg Rent
$831
Population
51,487
Renter Mix
65% Rent
College town energy meets affordable suburban living
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Located in north-central Oklahoma, Stillwater combines small-city living with the energy of a college town. As the home of Oklahoma State University, this community of approximately 48,000 residents offers diverse housing options throughout the area. Current rental trends show moderate increases, with average rents ranging from $488 for studios to $2,189 for four-bedroom units, representing a yearly increase of about 3.6%. The Strip on Washington Street and Downtown Stillwater are popular rental locations, placing residents near shopping, dining, and entertainment destinations.
Stillwater's community calendar fills with both campus and local events throughout the year. The city features over 5,000 acres of parkland, including Boomer Lake Park with its walking trails and fishing spots, and The Botanic Garden at Oklahoma State University. The historic downtown district preserves the city's heritage while housing local businesses and restaurants. Sports fans can experience NCAA Division I athletics, including Oklahoma State's wrestling program with its 34 national championships. Cultural attractions include the National Wrestling Hall of Fame and Museum and the OSU Museum of Art. The city also holds significance in music history as the birthplace of Red Dirt music, a regional sound blending folk, country, blues, and rock traditions.
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Horses graze peacefully at an Oklahoma State University facility in Stillwater.
Downtown Stillwater blends historic charm with modern energy, creating a vibrant heart of the community.
Charming bungalow homes in Stillwater reflect the city's warm character and inviting neighborhoods.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$41,503
Average: $59,920
Education
18,577
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
23,794
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Stillwater has more renters than homeowners.
Renters
65%
Non-Renters
35%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
29%
Other Education
71%
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Stillwater, OK is $719 for a studio, $830 for one bedroom, $905 for two bedrooms, and $1,359 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Stillwater has increased by 2.6% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$830/month
611 Sq Ft
House
$1,561/month
1,211 Sq Ft
Cost of Living
The cost of living in Stillwater, OK is 8.9% lower than the national average. Generally, housing in Stillwater is 21.9% less expensive than the national average, with rent falling between $719 - $1,359. You can expect to pay 6.0% less for groceries, 5.8% less for utilities, and 6.0% less for transportation.
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Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Stillwater, OK is for everyday living.
Somewhat Walkable
Walkability
30
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
90
/ 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
60
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades PK-5
655 Students
Sangre Ridge Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
529 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
344 Students
Highland Park Elementary School
Public
Grades PK-5
561 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
418 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
932 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
884 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,317 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- The Botanic Garden at Oklahoma State University
- Lake McMurtry
Military Bases
Top Apartments in Stillwater
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Property Management Companies in Stillwater, OK
C-Star Management, LLC
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21
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2,282
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7
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8 Communities in Stillwater
Lindsey Management Co, Inc
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75
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34,324
Units
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33
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2 Communities in Stillwater
Eucalyptus Real Estate
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60
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10,569
Units
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11
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2 Communities in Stillwater
Cardinal Group Management and Advisory, LLC
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160
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32,084
Units
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84
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1 Community in Stillwater
PeakMade Real Estate
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74
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14,018
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54
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1 Community in Stillwater
RR Living
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32
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8,450
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1 Community in Stillwater
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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.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.