Oklahoma Salary Data
Salary comparisons across 1 metropolitan area in Oklahoma. Prices in Oklahoma were 12.2% below the national level in 2024 (BEA regional price parity 87.8).
Metro Areas in Oklahoma
| Metro Area | Price Level (US = 100) | vs National Level |
|---|---|---|
| Oklahoma City, OK | 90.4 | -9.6% |
| Oklahoma (statewide) | 87.8 | -12.2% |
Top Paying Occupations in Oklahoma
| Occupation | OK Median | National Median | vs National | Metro Covered |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Software Developer | $118,100 | $135,980 | -$17,880 | Oklahoma City, OK |
| Lawyer | $103,060 | $159,670 | -$56,610 | Oklahoma City, OK |
| Registered Nurse | $82,920 | $97,550 | -$14,630 | Oklahoma City, OK |
| Financial Analyst | $79,640 | $102,740 | -$23,100 | Oklahoma City, OK |
| Electrician | $61,010 | $63,190 | -$2,180 | Oklahoma City, OK |
Salary by City — Oklahoma
4Wages and Prices in Oklahoma
This dataset covers 1 metropolitan area in Oklahoma: Oklahoma City. BEA's regional price parity for it is 90.4 (United States = 100), and the statewide figure is 87.8.
Of the occupations featured here, Software Developer has the highest statewide median at $118,100; in Oklahoma City, OK, the one metro area covered here, its median is $122,390.
To compare a wage across areas, divide it by the area's regional price parity and multiply by 100. That restates it at national-average prices; it covers prices only, not taxes. For a specific role, browse all occupations and drill into each one to see side-by-side city differences within Oklahoma.
Statewide median salary by occupation in Oklahoma
State-level BLS OEWS May 2025 estimates (all metro and non-metro areas combined), highest median first. Each row links to the full state page for that occupation.
| Occupation | Median | 75th pct | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Physician | $259,220 | $351,780 | 2,520 |
| Pharmacist | $135,140 | $152,370 | 3,610 |
| Nurse Practitioner | $133,390 | $152,330 | 3,620 |
| Sales Manager | $128,920 | $182,500 | 3,250 |
| Marketing Manager | $126,920 | $162,480 | 1,420 |
| Software Developer | $118,100 | $138,940 | 6,880 |
| HR Manager | $116,080 | $153,990 | 1,750 |
| Actuary | $109,760 | $134,080 | 70 |
| Network Engineer | $109,450 | $133,690 | 1,320 |
| Occupational Therapist | $104,300 | $121,120 | 1,180 |
| Lawyer | $103,060 | $139,630 | 6,980 |
| Cloud Architect | $102,520 | $125,240 | 3,320 |
| Mechanical Engineer | $101,850 | $128,320 | 2,270 |
| Construction Manager | $100,690 | $133,560 | 1,980 |
| Business Analyst | $99,420 | $126,080 | 5,760 |
| Civil Engineer | $98,760 | $127,590 | 2,180 |
| Physical Therapist | $98,590 | $110,820 | 2,560 |
| Dental Hygienist | $97,580 | $103,210 | 2,860 |
| Supply Chain Manager | $96,830 | $127,590 | 1,660 |
| Database Administrator | $95,320 | $126,990 | 790 |
| Cybersecurity Analyst | $94,000 | $128,530 | 1,640 |
| Operations Manager | $90,430 | $135,600 | 43,890 |
| Data Scientist | $86,310 | $109,770 | 1,900 |
| Machine Learning Engineer | $86,310 | $109,770 | 1,900 |
| Project Manager | $86,240 | $116,520 | 11,220 |
| College Professor | $84,550 | $106,180 | 1,720 |
| DevOps Engineer | $83,990 | $102,720 | 2,580 |
| Registered Nurse | $82,920 | $98,910 | 38,270 |
| Financial Analyst | $79,640 | $104,680 | 1,550 |
| Accountant | $79,370 | $104,240 | 16,720 |
| Tax Manager | $79,370 | $104,240 | 16,720 |
| UX Designer | $76,440 | $90,040 | 340 |
| Investment Banker | $76,080 | $126,950 | 2,310 |
| Radiologic Technologist | $74,160 | $83,070 | 3,640 |
| Technical Writer | $69,760 | $83,990 | 600 |
| Financial Advisor | $68,670 | $102,120 | 1,140 |
| Electrician | $61,010 | $76,510 | 8,500 |
| Plumber | $57,970 | $74,240 | 6,050 |
| HVAC Technician | $57,560 | $72,110 | 5,650 |
| Paralegal | $53,170 | $61,840 | 3,110 |
| School Counselor | $52,040 | $64,430 | 4,830 |
| Welder | $49,720 | $60,790 | 9,960 |
| Elementary School Teacher | $48,200 | $58,260 | 18,500 |
| Medical Assistant | $38,750 | $45,630 | 10,510 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the highest paying jobs in Oklahoma?
Among the occupations featured on this page, Software Developer has the highest statewide median in Oklahoma at $118,100 per year, followed by Lawyer at $103,060. Source: BLS OEWS May 2025.
How do prices in Oklahoma compare with the rest of the country?
The U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis puts the regional price parity for Oklahoma at 87.8 for 2024, where the United States is 100. That is 12.2% below the national level. For the metro area covered here: Oklahoma City, OK 90.4.