4. Oklahoma
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- Composite score: 87.13
- Average hotel nightly rate: $116
- Average gas price: $3.80
- Cost of everyday expenses (compared to average): -12.2%
- Annual National Park Service visits: 1,888,845
- Total National Park Service sites: 2
- Arts, entertainment & recreation density: 3.3
- Share of roads in good condition: 59.5%
Oklahoma stands out as one of the most affordable states for a summer road trip, thanks to the third-lowest average hotel rate in the country at $116 per night and costs of everyday expenses 12.2% below the national average. Budget-conscious travelers can also benefit from low gas prices averaging $3.80 per gallon. Top attractions like the Chickasaw National Recreation Area and Beavers Bend State Park offer scenic and inexpensive ways to enjoy the outdoors.
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