Real numbers for Oklahoma — filing fees, attorney rates, contested vs. uncontested costs, county breakdowns, and what you can do to reduce your total.
✓ Filing fee and waiting period verified against current state statutes · Updated August 2026
Divorce procedure varies by state in the details, but the overall arc in Oklahoma looks like this:
Treat this as a general framework rather than Oklahoma-specific legal guidance — a licensed attorney or your local courthouse self-help center can confirm exact requirements for your case.
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Calculate My Oklahoma Divorce Cost →The cost of divorce in Oklahoma ranges from roughly $2,400 for a simple uncontested case to $26,400 or more for a contested divorce that goes to trial. The single biggest factor is not the state — it is how much you and your spouse disagree.
Oklahoma has one of the shortest waiting periods — just 10 days — for uncontested divorces without minor children.
| Divorce Type | Low Estimate | Typical | High Estimate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Uncontested, no children | $183 | $783 | $4,000 |
| Uncontested with children | $2,400 | $4,000 | $6,000 |
| Contested, no trial | $9,075 | $16,500 | $26,400 |
| Contested, goes to trial | $26,400 | $31,350 | $50,000+ |
| Savings going uncontested | Up to $12,500 per spouse | ||
The court filing fee in Oklahoma is paid when you submit your divorce petition to the court. This is a fixed, unavoidable cost regardless of whether your divorce is contested or uncontested.
Filing fee note: $183–$258 depending on county
| Oklahoma County (OKC) | $183 |
| Tulsa County | $180 |
| Cleveland County (Norman) | $180 |
Divorce attorney hourly rates in Oklahoma average $200 per hour.
An Oklahoma City couple with no children who agree on everything could finalize a divorce in as little as 2–3 weeks for approximately $183 in filing fees plus $1,000–$2,500 in attorney costs — total around $1,200–$2,800.
How much does a divorce cost in Oklahoma?
An uncontested divorce in Oklahoma typically costs $4,000–$6,000 including a $183–$258 filing fee that varies by county. A contested divorce averages $16,500–$26,400 per spouse depending on attorney hours and complexity.
What is Oklahoma's waiting period for divorce?
Oklahoma requires 10 days for divorces without minor children, and 90 days when minor children are involved.
Is Oklahoma a no-fault divorce state?
Oklahoma allows no-fault divorce on grounds of incompatibility. Fault grounds (adultery, abandonment, cruelty) also exist and can affect alimony.
How is property divided in Oklahoma?
Oklahoma uses equitable distribution. Courts divide marital property fairly, which often approximates 50/50 but can vary based on circumstances.
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Open Oklahoma Calculator →Filing fees based on Oklahoma court records as of July 2026. This is for informational purposes only and is not legal advice.