Oklahoma City and the state of Oklahoma continue earning national recognition for economic strength, affordability and quality of life, with recent rankings highlighting the region’s growing competitiveness. In June, Site Selection Magazine ranked Oklahoma No. 6 nationally and No. 1 in the South-Central region for workforce development, recognizing the state’s efforts to prepare talent and support business growth. Affordability also continues to distinguish Oklahoma. GOBankingRates recently ranked Oklahoma as the state with the lowest cost of living in the nation, while NATIONAL RANKINGS CONTINUE TO HIGHLIGHT OKLAHOMA CITY’S MOMENTUM
Census data showed the city ranked among the top 10 U.S. cities for domestic net migration from 2024 to 2025, continuing a trend that has seen thousands of new residents choose Oklahoma City in recent years. Oklahoma City’s growing national profile was also recognized by Sports Business Journal, which recently named the metro among its top cities for sports business. The publication highlighted Oklahoma City’s role in the LA28 Olympic Games and major sports infrastructure investments currently underway, including the future Continental Coliseum. The accolades come as Oklahoma City continues making significant investments in infrastructure and quality-of-life initiatives while maintaining a strong fiscal foundation. Earlier this year, both Moody’s Investors Service and S&P Global Ratings awarded Oklahoma City their highest possible bond ratings for the 18th consecutive year, reflecting the city’s long- standing financial stability and stewardship. Together, these recognitions reinforce Oklahoma City’s position
U.S. News & World Report named Oklahoma City the No. 2 best large city to live for 2026-27. The ranking cited factors including affordability, commute times, weather and overall quality of life. As more people discover the advantages of living in Oklahoma City, new U.S.
as a community where businesses can grow, residents can thrive and investment continues to create opportunities for future success.
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