Oklahoma has no deposit cap. Refund is due within 45 days after termination, possession delivery, and written demand. Deposits earn no interest and must be held in an in-state insured escrow account.
Last verified: 2026-10-10
Max deposit
—
no statutory cap
Return deadline
45
days after tenancy ends
Interest required
No
not required
Separate account
Required
Maximum Security Deposit
No statutory maximum
No numeric cap established in §41-115.
Return Deadline
45 days
After termination, possession delivery, and written tenant demand; demand must be made within six months.
Interest on Deposit
Not required
Statute expressly specifies balance returned without interest.
Separate Account Required
Required
Oklahoma escrow account at a federally insured institution.
⚖️ Permitted Deductions
Accrued rent; damages from statutory/lease noncompliance; other legally allowable lease charges; itemization required.
📋 Official Source
The information on this page is sourced from the primary Oklahoma statute. Always verify against the current official text before making decisions.
How much can a landlord charge for a security deposit in Oklahoma?
Oklahoma does not set a statutory maximum for security deposits. Landlords and tenants may agree to any amount in the lease. No numeric cap established in §41-115.
How long does a landlord have to return the security deposit in Oklahoma?
Oklahoma landlords must return the security deposit — or provide a written itemized statement of deductions — within 45 days after the tenancy ends. After termination, possession delivery, and written tenant demand; demand must be made within six months.
Does Oklahoma require landlords to pay interest on security deposits?
No. Oklahoma law does not require landlords to pay interest to tenants on security deposits. Statute expressly specifies balance returned without interest.
Must Oklahoma landlords keep security deposits in a separate bank account?
Yes. Oklahoma requires landlords to hold security deposits in a separate account. Oklahoma escrow account at a federally insured institution.
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This page is for informational purposes only and is not legal advice. Security deposit laws change — always verify the current statute or consult a licensed attorney in Oklahoma before making decisions. Official source: https://www.oklegislature.gov/OK_Statutes/CompleteTiles/os41.pdf. Last reviewed: 2026-10-10.