Oklahoma salaries by occupation
The median worker in Oklahoma earned $43,950 a year in 2024, about $21.13 an hour, 11.2% below the national median of $49,500. The state reports wages for 592 occupations.
Median pay $43,950 $21.13 per hour
Vs national median -11.2% U.S. $49,500
Workers 1,691,930 wage and salary
Occupations reported 592 with at least 100 employed
What Oklahoma is unusually full of
Location quotient measures how concentrated an occupation is here against the country as a whole. A value of 3 means the state employs three times the national share of those workers. It describes a labour market far better than a list of the biggest employers, which in every state is dominated by retail and food service.
| Occupation | Concentration | Employed | Median pay |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gambling Surveillance Officers and Gambling Investigators | 12.17× | 1,330 | $37,700 |
| Gambling Cage Workers | 11.34× | 1,680 | $29,210 |
| Rotary Drill Operators, Oil and Gas | 10.96× | 1,570 | $65,080 |
| Tire Builders | 8.11× | 1,870 | $66,710 |
| Geological Technicians, Except Hydrologic Technicians | 7.01× | 750 | $44,640 |
| Petroleum Engineers | 6.22× | 1,290 | $142,470 |
| Roustabouts, Oil and Gas | 6.19× | 3,080 | $46,350 |
| Service Unit Operators, Oil and Gas | 6.01× | 2,910 | $56,530 |
| Derrick Operators, Oil and Gas | 5.88× | 710 | $54,550 |
| Gas Plant Operators | 5.61× | 980 | $76,570 |
Metro areas in Oklahoma
Pay varies more between cities than between states, and a statewide median averages over that. These are the 5 Oklahoma metropolitan areas the survey covers.
| Metro area | Median | Hourly | Workers | Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oklahoma City | $45,880 | $22.06 | 669,400 | #228 |
| Tulsa | $45,460 | $21.86 | 453,400 | #239 |
| Lawton | $40,000 | $19.23 | 42,690 | #354 |
| Enid | $38,790 | $18.65 | 23,420 | #364 |
| Fort Smith | $38,340 | $18.43 | 96,450 | #371 |
Highest paying occupations
| Occupation | Median | Hourly | Employed | Rank of states |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pediatricians, General | $226,150 | $108.73 | 160 | #4 of 37 |
| Family Medicine Physicians | $219,220 | $105.40 | 2,780 | #16 of 23 |
| Dentists, General | $161,780 | $77.78 | 1,150 | #32 of 46 |
| Chemical Engineers | $160,990 | $77.40 | 190 | #1 of 35 |
| Architectural and Engineering Managers | $153,130 | $73.62 | 1,930 | #32 of 49 |
| Chief Executives | $148,870 | $71.57 | 2,000 | #26 of 33 |
| Petroleum Engineers | $142,470 | $68.49 | 1,290 | #7 of 16 |
| Computer and Information Systems Managers | $132,790 | $63.84 | 3,740 | #43 of 49 |
| Database Architects | $132,360 | $63.64 | 730 | #19 of 41 |
| Pharmacists | $132,360 | $63.64 | 3,870 | #48 of 51 |
| Physician Assistants | $130,750 | $62.86 | 1,780 | #32 of 51 |
| Airline Pilots, Copilots, and Flight Engineers | $130,620 | n/a | 190 | #15 of 18 |
Where most people work
| Occupation | Employed | Median | Hourly |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fast Food and Counter Workers | 53,380 | $23,590 | $11.34 |
| General and Operations Managers | 45,900 | $80,620 | $38.76 |
| Retail Salespersons | 41,590 | $29,580 | $14.22 |
| Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand | 41,490 | $36,260 | $17.43 |
| Cashiers | 41,320 | $27,130 | $13.04 |
| Customer Service Representatives | 33,380 | $37,570 | $18.06 |
| Registered Nurses | 32,870 | $81,160 | $39.02 |
| Office Clerks, General | 31,750 | $36,520 | $17.56 |
| Stockers and Order Fillers | 31,230 | $33,900 | $16.30 |
| Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers | 29,080 | $51,920 | $24.96 |
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2024 state estimates. Wage and salary workers only, excluding the self-employed.
Every occupation reported in Oklahoma
Grouped by field. Each links to a comparison of that job across all states.
Production 73
- Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers $89,850
- Power Plant Operators $80,780
- Gas Plant Operators $76,570
- Plant and System Operators, All Other $67,230
- Tire Builders $66,710
- First-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers $66,610
- Stationary Engineers and Boiler Operators $65,900
- Tool and Die Makers $64,080
- Paper Goods Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders $61,750
- Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Programmers $58,080
- Woodworkers, All Other $56,120
- Medical Appliance Technicians $52,520
- Machinists $51,980
- Tailors, Dressmakers, and Custom Sewers $50,710
- Inspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers $50,110
- Structural Metal Fabricators and Fitters $49,790
- Chemical Equipment Operators and Tenders $49,480
- Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Operators $48,820
- Plating Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic $48,800
- Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers $48,490
- Dental Laboratory Technicians $48,480
- Rolling Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic $47,360
- Engine and Other Machine Assemblers $47,300
- Aircraft Structure, Surfaces, Rigging, and Systems Assemblers $45,840
- Metal-Refining Furnace Operators and Tenders $45,840
- Mixing and Blending Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders $45,030
- Coating, Painting, and Spraying Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders $44,870
- Extruding and Drawing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic $44,770
- Multiple Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic $44,570
- Slaughterers and Meat Packers $44,530
- Cutting, Punching, and Press Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic $44,140
- Extruding, Forming, Pressing, and Compacting Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders $43,270
- Furnace, Kiln, Oven, Drier, and Kettle Operators and Tenders $43,230
- Electrical, Electronic, and Electromechanical Assemblers, Except Coil Winders, Tapers, and Finishers $43,090
- Upholsterers $42,390
- Welding, Soldering, and Brazing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders $41,780
- Milling and Planing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic $41,600
- Water and Wastewater Treatment Plant and System Operators $41,380
- Heat Treating Equipment Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic $41,270
- Molders, Shapers, and Casters, Except Metal and Plastic $41,010
- Grinding, Lapping, Polishing, and Buffing Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic $39,690
- Crushing, Grinding, and Polishing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders $39,660
- Coil Winders, Tapers, and Finishers $39,450
- Lathe and Turning Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic $39,110
- Cooling and Freezing Equipment Operators and Tenders $39,060
- Jewelers and Precious Stone and Metal Workers $38,690
- Miscellaneous Assemblers and Fabricators $38,490
- Cleaning, Washing, and Metal Pickling Equipment Operators and Tenders $38,360
- Painting, Coating, and Decorating Workers $38,300
- Molding, Coremaking, and Casting Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic $38,270
- Fiberglass Laminators and Fabricators $37,990
- Print Binding and Finishing Workers $37,750
- Packaging and Filling Machine Operators and Tenders $37,690
- Cabinetmakers and Bench Carpenters $37,630
- Production Workers, All Other $37,550
- Separating, Filtering, Clarifying, Precipitating, and Still Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders $37,540
- Food Processing Workers, All Other $37,260
- Food and Tobacco Roasting, Baking, and Drying Machine Operators and Tenders $36,490
- Woodworking Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Except Sawing $36,270
- Food Batchmakers $36,250
- Cutting and Slicing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders $36,150
- Ophthalmic Laboratory Technicians $35,940
- Grinding and Polishing Workers, Hand $35,410
- Printing Press Operators $35,270
- Helpers--Production Workers $35,130
- Meat, Poultry, and Fish Cutters and Trimmers $35,060
- Sawing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Wood $34,330
- Butchers and Meat Cutters $33,930
- Sewing Machine Operators $32,250
- Bakers $30,250
- Pressers, Textile, Garment, and Related Materials $27,320
- Laundry and Dry-Cleaning Workers $27,060
- Prepress Technicians and Workers $22,170
Education and library 45
- Economics Teachers, Postsecondary $102,930
- Engineering Teachers, Postsecondary $102,730
- Business Teachers, Postsecondary $81,680
- Postsecondary Teachers, All Other $81,140
- Computer Science Teachers, Postsecondary $80,890
- Chemistry Teachers, Postsecondary $79,180
- Health Specialties Teachers, Postsecondary $70,730
- Teachers and Instructors, All Other $69,950
- Recreation and Fitness Studies Teachers, Postsecondary $69,270
- History Teachers, Postsecondary $65,600
- Nursing Instructors and Teachers, Postsecondary $65,100
- Biological Science Teachers, Postsecondary $64,340
- Career/Technical Education Teachers, Postsecondary $64,310
- Agricultural Sciences Teachers, Postsecondary $63,960
- Communications Teachers, Postsecondary $63,960
- Philosophy and Religion Teachers, Postsecondary $62,440
- Education Teachers, Postsecondary $62,320
- Sociology Teachers, Postsecondary $62,280
- Mathematical Science Teachers, Postsecondary $62,210
- Instructional Coordinators $61,740
- Art, Drama, and Music Teachers, Postsecondary $61,240
- Psychology Teachers, Postsecondary $60,870
- Career/Technical Education Teachers, Secondary School $58,640
- Career/Technical Education Teachers, Middle School $56,250
- Librarians and Media Collections Specialists $53,340
- English Language and Literature Teachers, Postsecondary $50,180
- Special Education Teachers, Secondary School $50,150
- Special Education Teachers, Middle School $49,970
- Adult Basic Education, Adult Secondary Education, and English as a Second Language Instructors $49,750
- Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education $49,170
- Special Education Teachers, Kindergarten and Elementary School $49,030
- Curators $48,470
- Middle School Teachers, Except Special and Career/Technical Education $48,210
- Special Education Teachers, Preschool $47,880
- Elementary School Teachers, Except Special Education $47,470
- Kindergarten Teachers, Except Special Education $47,250
- Educational Instruction and Library Workers, All Other $46,300
- Self-Enrichment Teachers $43,250
- Museum Technicians and Conservators $41,340
- Teaching Assistants, Postsecondary $38,650
- Preschool Teachers, Except Special Education $37,970
- Tutors $30,540
- Library Technicians $28,490
- Teaching Assistants, Except Postsecondary $26,830
- Substitute Teachers, Short-Term $22,450
Office and administrative support 45
- First-Line Supervisors of Office and Administrative Support Workers $60,730
- Postal Service Clerks $58,950
- Postal Service Mail Carriers $57,490
- Postal Service Mail Sorters, Processors, and Processing Machine Operators $57,490
- Executive Secretaries and Executive Administrative Assistants $56,680
- Production, Planning, and Expediting Clerks $52,450
- Procurement Clerks $50,900
- Eligibility Interviewers, Government Programs $49,610
- Insurance Claims and Policy Processing Clerks $48,890
- Information and Record Clerks, All Other $48,060
- Legal Secretaries and Administrative Assistants $47,440
- Office and Administrative Support Workers, All Other $46,140
- Payroll and Timekeeping Clerks $45,670
- Cargo and Freight Agents $45,620
- Human Resources Assistants, Except Payroll and Timekeeping $45,570
- Loan Interviewers and Clerks $45,540
- New Accounts Clerks $44,740
- Dispatchers, Except Police, Fire, and Ambulance $44,490
- Bookkeeping, Accounting, and Auditing Clerks $44,480
- Order Clerks $44,110
- Reservation and Transportation Ticket Agents and Travel Clerks $43,900
- Bill and Account Collectors $43,800
- Billing and Posting Clerks $42,490
- Weighers, Measurers, Checkers, and Samplers, Recordkeeping $41,750
- Shipping, Receiving, and Inventory Clerks $39,520
- Interviewers, Except Eligibility and Loan $39,380
- Couriers and Messengers $39,090
- File Clerks $38,880
- Credit Authorizers, Checkers, and Clerks $38,680
- Secretaries and Administrative Assistants, Except Legal, Medical, and Executive $38,630
- Medical Secretaries and Administrative Assistants $37,990
- Meter Readers, Utilities $37,820
- Customer Service Representatives $37,570
- Court, Municipal, and License Clerks $37,300
- Public Safety Telecommunicators $37,000
- Office Clerks, General $36,520
- Mail Clerks and Mail Machine Operators, Except Postal Service $36,190
- Data Entry Keyers $35,510
- Switchboard Operators, Including Answering Service $35,170
- Tellers $35,160
- Office Machine Operators, Except Computer $33,750
- Receptionists and Information Clerks $33,640
- Library Assistants, Clerical $30,050
- Gambling Cage Workers $29,210
- Hotel, Motel, and Resort Desk Clerks $27,370
Healthcare practitioners 42
- Pediatricians, General $226,150
- Family Medicine Physicians $219,220
- Dentists, General $161,780
- Pharmacists $132,360
- Physician Assistants $130,750
- Nurse Practitioners $126,670
- Occupational Therapists $103,510
- Physical Therapists $99,220
- Optometrists $98,890
- Veterinarians $96,360
- Dental Hygienists $95,860
- Nuclear Medicine Technologists $89,150
- Radiation Therapists $86,460
- Speech-Language Pathologists $84,310
- Orthotists and Prosthetists $83,080
- Magnetic Resonance Imaging Technologists $82,870
- Registered Nurses $81,160
- Diagnostic Medical Sonographers $80,470
- Audiologists $77,770
- Respiratory Therapists $76,080
- Chiropractors $75,940
- Dietitians and Nutritionists $67,430
- Radiologic Technologists and Technicians $66,610
- Athletic Trainers $65,070
- Surgical Technologists $57,310
- Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses $55,870
- Clinical Laboratory Technologists and Technicians $54,820
- Medical Records Specialists $48,590
- Paramedics $47,890
- Exercise Physiologists $47,320
- Hearing Aid Specialists $43,480
- Health Information Technologists and Medical Registrars $42,670
- Health Technologists and Technicians, All Other $41,080
- Cardiovascular Technologists and Technicians $40,970
- Pharmacy Technicians $38,200
- Veterinary Technologists and Technicians $37,920
- Dietetic Technicians $37,770
- Surgical Assistants $37,230
- Psychiatric Technicians $36,200
- Opticians, Dispensing $36,150
- Ophthalmic Medical Technicians $35,800
- Emergency Medical Technicians $32,420
Installation, maintenance and repair 41
- Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Powerhouse, Substation, and Relay $90,430
- First-Line Supervisors of Mechanics, Installers, and Repairers $72,920
- Aircraft Mechanics and Service Technicians $72,360
- Avionics Technicians $69,310
- Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Commercial and Industrial Equipment $69,310
- Control and Valve Installers and Repairers, Except Mechanical Door $69,310
- Electrical Power-Line Installers and Repairers $66,840
- Recreational Vehicle Service Technicians $62,600
- Industrial Machinery Mechanics $62,530
- Millwrights $61,750
- Maintenance Workers, Machinery $61,240
- Precision Instrument and Equipment Repairers, All Other $60,640
- Wind Turbine Service Technicians $59,620
- Rail Car Repairers $59,070
- Mobile Heavy Equipment Mechanics, Except Engines $57,310
- Electrical and Electronics Installers and Repairers, Transportation Equipment $53,920
- Telecommunications Line Installers and Repairers $52,360
- Telecommunications Equipment Installers and Repairers, Except Line Installers $51,680
- Farm Equipment Mechanics and Service Technicians $50,970
- Bus and Truck Mechanics and Diesel Engine Specialists $50,950
- Heating, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration Mechanics and Installers $50,920
- Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Workers, All Other $49,510
- Security and Fire Alarm Systems Installers $48,870
- Medical Equipment Repairers $47,310
- Mechanical Door Repairers $46,800
- Automotive Body and Related Repairers $46,420
- Coin, Vending, and Amusement Machine Servicers and Repairers $46,160
- Computer, Automated Teller, and Office Machine Repairers $45,630
- Riggers $45,290
- Motorcycle Mechanics $45,240
- Locksmiths and Safe Repairers $45,170
- Motorboat Mechanics and Service Technicians $45,070
- Outdoor Power Equipment and Other Small Engine Mechanics $44,870
- Automotive Glass Installers and Repairers $44,010
- Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics $41,720
- Maintenance and Repair Workers, General $40,710
- Home Appliance Repairers $38,750
- Electric Motor, Power Tool, and Related Repairers $37,860
- Audiovisual Equipment Installers and Repairers $37,070
- Tire Repairers and Changers $34,640
- Helpers--Installation, Maintenance, and Repair Workers $33,560
Construction and extraction 40
- Elevator and Escalator Installers and Repairers $102,620
- First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction Workers $71,090
- Rotary Drill Operators, Oil and Gas $65,080
- Sheet Metal Workers $64,420
- Electricians $60,050
- Construction and Building Inspectors $58,810
- Helpers--Extraction Workers $57,560
- Service Unit Operators, Oil and Gas $56,530
- Explosives Workers, Ordnance Handling Experts, and Blasters $56,180
- Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters $54,840
- Derrick Operators, Oil and Gas $54,550
- Reinforcing Iron and Rebar Workers $50,910
- Pipelayers $50,190
- Earth Drillers, Except Oil and Gas $48,980
- Structural Iron and Steel Workers $47,840
- Carpenters $47,740
- Drywall and Ceiling Tile Installers $47,490
- Brickmasons and Blockmasons $47,330
- Paving, Surfacing, and Tamping Equipment Operators $47,230
- Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators $47,190
- Rock Splitters, Quarry $47,130
- Roofers $47,020
- Cement Masons and Concrete Finishers $46,940
- Insulation Workers, Mechanical $46,890
- Roustabouts, Oil and Gas $46,350
- Insulation Workers, Floor, Ceiling, and Wall $45,730
- Painters, Construction and Maintenance $45,610
- Excavating and Loading Machine and Dragline Operators, Surface Mining $44,990
- Continuous Mining Machine Operators $44,880
- Glaziers $44,730
- Helpers--Electricians $44,170
- Tile and Stone Setters $43,620
- Septic Tank Servicers and Sewer Pipe Cleaners $40,910
- Construction Laborers $40,020
- Hazardous Materials Removal Workers $39,980
- Helpers--Pipelayers, Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters $39,560
- Fence Erectors $39,140
- Highway Maintenance Workers $38,780
- Helpers--Brickmasons, Blockmasons, Stonemasons, and Tile and Marble Setters $38,190
- Floor Layers, Except Carpet, Wood, and Hard Tiles $35,360
Management 36
- Architectural and Engineering Managers $153,130
- Chief Executives $148,870
- Computer and Information Systems Managers $132,790
- Sales Managers $130,010
- Financial Managers $126,890
- Marketing Managers $126,150
- Managers, All Other $124,800
- Purchasing Managers $113,360
- Human Resources Managers $109,990
- Industrial Production Managers $108,720
- Education Administrators, Postsecondary $106,650
- Administrative Services Managers $102,310
- Natural Sciences Managers $100,990
- Medical and Health Services Managers $100,570
- Training and Development Managers $100,350
- Fundraising Managers $99,990
- Compensation and Benefits Managers $99,310
- Construction Managers $96,310
- Facilities Managers $94,330
- Transportation, Storage, and Distribution Managers $94,270
- Education Administrators, All Other $94,160
- Postmasters and Mail Superintendents $92,450
- Public Relations Managers $85,970
- Education Administrators, Kindergarten through Secondary $84,130
- General and Operations Managers $80,620
- Entertainment and Recreation Managers, Except Gambling $73,700
- Gambling Managers $68,860
- Social and Community Service Managers $65,010
- Funeral Home Managers $64,710
- Farmers, Ranchers, and Other Agricultural Managers $64,500
- Food Service Managers $63,930
- Emergency Management Directors $59,990
- Property, Real Estate, and Community Association Managers $59,820
- Lodging Managers $47,990
- Legislators $47,490
- Education and Childcare Administrators, Preschool and Daycare $44,110
Transport and material moving 30
- Airline Pilots, Copilots, and Flight Engineers $130,620
- Air Traffic Controllers $121,580
- Commercial Pilots $108,200
- Transportation Inspectors $104,490
- Locomotive Engineers $86,520
- Railroad Conductors and Yardmasters $76,040
- Crane and Tower Operators $71,500
- Wellhead Pumpers $63,790
- First-Line Supervisors of Transportation and Material Moving Workers, Except Aircraft Cargo Handling Supervisors $61,820
- Motor Vehicle Operators, All Other $58,470
- Pump Operators, Except Wellhead Pumpers $54,500
- Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers $51,920
- Industrial Truck and Tractor Operators $44,830
- Bus Drivers, Transit and Intercity $43,660
- Ambulance Drivers and Attendants, Except Emergency Medical Technicians $43,490
- Aircraft Service Attendants $38,940
- Light Truck Drivers $38,080
- Bus Drivers, School $37,430
- Tank Car, Truck, and Ship Loaders $37,360
- Refuse and Recyclable Material Collectors $36,850
- Laborers and Freight, Stock, and Material Movers, Hand $36,260
- Conveyor Operators and Tenders $36,180
- Machine Feeders and Offbearers $35,690
- Stockers and Order Fillers $33,900
- Packers and Packagers, Hand $32,610
- Automotive and Watercraft Service Attendants $31,200
- Shuttle Drivers and Chauffeurs $30,330
- Cleaners of Vehicles and Equipment $30,100
- Parking Attendants $26,460
- Driver/Sales Workers $23,220
Business and financial 29
- Business Operations Specialists, All Other $89,170
- Management Analysts $86,940
- Logisticians $85,840
- Project Management Specialists $84,750
- Financial Risk Specialists $82,760
- Labor Relations Specialists $82,080
- Financial and Investment Analysts $80,210
- Financial Examiners $79,460
- Insurance Appraisers, Auto Damage $77,620
- Budget Analysts $76,840
- Accountants and Auditors $76,820
- Personal Financial Advisors $73,020
- Financial Specialists, All Other $72,920
- Insurance Underwriters $68,290
- Claims Adjusters, Examiners, and Investigators $67,950
- Buyers and Purchasing Agents $66,100
- Loan Officers $65,720
- Credit Analysts $64,830
- Cost Estimators $63,790
- Fundraisers $63,330
- Compliance Officers $61,730
- Training and Development Specialists $61,400
- Market Research Analysts and Marketing Specialists $59,330
- Human Resources Specialists $58,070
- Compensation, Benefits, and Job Analysis Specialists $52,890
- Property Appraisers and Assessors $48,760
- Meeting, Convention, and Event Planners $46,410
- Credit Counselors $42,250
- Tax Preparers $37,860
Architecture and engineering 26
- Chemical Engineers $160,990
- Petroleum Engineers $142,470
- Computer Hardware Engineers $113,030
- Engineers, All Other $111,230
- Aerospace Engineers $109,920
- Electronics Engineers, Except Computer $106,850
- Electrical Engineers $104,200
- Materials Engineers $101,100
- Civil Engineers $99,540
- Health and Safety Engineers, Except Mining Safety Engineers and Inspectors $99,490
- Industrial Engineers $95,180
- Mechanical Engineers $90,510
- Environmental Engineers $87,840
- Architects, Except Landscape and Naval $83,270
- Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians $82,220
- Engineering Technologists and Technicians, Except Drafters, All Other $79,020
- Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians $74,960
- Electrical and Electronics Drafters $70,180
- Mechanical Drafters $66,280
- Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians $63,090
- Architectural and Civil Drafters $63,050
- Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians $61,510
- Surveyors $60,870
- Environmental Engineering Technologists and Technicians $60,090
- Landscape Architects $55,370
- Surveying and Mapping Technicians $44,720
Life, physical and social science 24
- Geoscientists, Except Hydrologists and Geographers $128,240
- Clinical and Counseling Psychologists $91,140
- Occupational Health and Safety Specialists $82,030
- Chemists $79,990
- Social Scientists and Related Workers, All Other $79,790
- Medical Scientists, Except Epidemiologists $79,370
- Atmospheric and Space Scientists $79,200
- Urban and Regional Planners $77,620
- Biological Scientists, All Other $76,670
- Life, Physical, and Social Science Technicians, All Other $73,940
- Environmental Scientists and Specialists, Including Health $67,530
- Forensic Science Technicians $64,990
- Chemical Technicians $63,880
- Conservation Scientists $61,960
- Epidemiologists $61,590
- School Psychologists $61,420
- Soil and Plant Scientists $61,380
- Anthropologists and Archeologists $58,240
- Zoologists and Wildlife Biologists $57,400
- Social Science Research Assistants $56,790
- Occupational Health and Safety Technicians $53,420
- Biological Technicians $46,440
- Environmental Science and Protection Technicians, Including Health $45,390
- Geological Technicians, Except Hydrologic Technicians $44,640
Personal care and service 22
- First-Line Supervisors of Gambling Services Workers $54,170
- Morticians, Undertakers, and Funeral Arrangers $51,610
- First-Line Supervisors of Personal Service Workers $42,000
- First-Line Supervisors of Entertainment and Recreation Workers, Except Gambling Services $39,050
- Exercise Trainers and Group Fitness Instructors $38,530
- Skincare Specialists $36,320
- Animal Trainers $33,120
- Residential Advisors $32,720
- Tour and Travel Guides $31,950
- Barbers $31,450
- Hairdressers, Hairstylists, and Cosmetologists $30,680
- Recreation Workers $30,650
- Funeral Attendants $30,330
- Manicurists and Pedicurists $29,560
- Gambling and Sports Book Writers and Runners $29,080
- Concierges $28,590
- Animal Caretakers $28,370
- Childcare Workers $26,210
- Ushers, Lobby Attendants, and Ticket Takers $24,390
- Gambling Dealers $22,680
- Amusement and Recreation Attendants $22,620
- Locker Room, Coatroom, and Dressing Room Attendants $20,770
Arts, design, entertainment and media 21
- Commercial and Industrial Designers $75,940
- Art Directors $72,740
- Technical Writers $66,560
- Court Reporters and Simultaneous Captioners $62,800
- Public Relations Specialists $59,990
- Interior Designers $52,240
- Producers and Directors $51,180
- Graphic Designers $50,310
- Audio and Video Technicians $47,320
- Interpreters and Translators $46,640
- News Analysts, Reporters, and Journalists $46,160
- Broadcast Technicians $45,730
- Editors $45,560
- Camera Operators, Television, Video, and Film $45,310
- Coaches and Scouts $41,600
- Photographers $37,920
- Broadcast Announcers and Radio Disc Jockeys $34,740
- Merchandise Displayers and Window Trimmers $34,340
- Floral Designers $28,370
- Umpires, Referees, and Other Sports Officials $23,150
- Musicians and Singers not reported
Protective service 19
- First-Line Supervisors of Firefighting and Prevention Workers $90,960
- First-Line Supervisors of Police and Detectives $79,120
- Detectives and Criminal Investigators $77,440
- Transportation Security Screeners $59,950
- First-Line Supervisors of Correctional Officers $57,390
- Police and Sheriff's Patrol Officers $57,360
- Fish and Game Wardens $54,290
- First-Line Supervisors of Security Workers $50,070
- Firefighters $47,270
- Correctional Officers and Jailers $45,970
- Protective Service Workers, All Other $43,990
- Private Detectives and Investigators $40,470
- Gambling Surveillance Officers and Gambling Investigators $37,700
- Fire Inspectors and Investigators $37,320
- Security Guards $36,580
- Animal Control Workers $36,110
- Crossing Guards and Flaggers $28,300
- School Bus Monitors $27,820
- Lifeguards, Ski Patrol, and Other Recreational Protective Service Workers $25,120
Sales 18
- Sales Engineers $107,260
- First-Line Supervisors of Non-Retail Sales Workers $78,030
- Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Technical and Scientific Products $77,050
- Securities, Commodities, and Financial Services Sales Agents $64,870
- Sales Representatives, Wholesale and Manufacturing, Except Technical and Scientific Products $59,720
- Advertising Sales Agents $52,360
- Sales Representatives of Services, Except Advertising, Insurance, Financial Services, and Travel $49,990
- Insurance Sales Agents $45,550
- First-Line Supervisors of Retail Sales Workers $39,900
- Travel Agents $34,850
- Sales and Related Workers, All Other $33,120
- Counter and Rental Clerks $32,880
- Telemarketers $32,430
- Demonstrators and Product Promoters $32,000
- Parts Salespersons $31,270
- Retail Salespersons $29,580
- Gambling Change Persons and Booth Cashiers $28,290
- Cashiers $27,130
Computing and mathematics 17
- Database Architects $132,360
- Software Developers $107,420
- Computer Network Architects $105,180
- Computer Programmers $100,910
- Computer Systems Analysts $100,450
- Computer Occupations, All Other $95,640
- Computer and Information Research Scientists $92,580
- Information Security Analysts $86,500
- Network and Computer Systems Administrators $85,870
- Web and Digital Interface Designers $83,640
- Data Scientists $80,380
- Computer Network Support Specialists $77,450
- Database Administrators $76,980
- Web Developers $76,740
- Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers $68,730
- Operations Research Analysts $62,510
- Computer User Support Specialists $50,090
Healthcare support 16
- Occupational Therapy Assistants $68,710
- Physical Therapist Assistants $62,380
- Healthcare Support Workers, All Other $48,530
- Massage Therapists $48,140
- Dental Assistants $44,450
- Medical Equipment Preparers $42,570
- Phlebotomists $37,920
- Medical Assistants $37,580
- Psychiatric Aides $36,100
- Nursing Assistants $35,040
- Orderlies $33,650
- Pharmacy Aides $30,920
- Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers $29,730
- Medical Transcriptionists $28,920
- Home Health and Personal Care Aides $26,540
- Physical Therapist Aides $24,350
Food preparation and serving 14
- Chefs and Head Cooks $53,310
- First-Line Supervisors of Food Preparation and Serving Workers $34,950
- Cooks, Short Order $31,040
- Cooks, Restaurant $30,610
- Cooks, Institution and Cafeteria $28,710
- Cooks, Fast Food $27,500
- Food Servers, Nonrestaurant $27,130
- Dining Room and Cafeteria Attendants and Bartender Helpers $26,890
- Dishwashers $26,570
- Food Preparation Workers $26,450
- Fast Food and Counter Workers $23,590
- Hosts and Hostesses, Restaurant, Lounge, and Coffee Shop $22,430
- Bartenders $21,620
- Waiters and Waitresses $19,890
Community and social service 13
- Social Workers, All Other $100,150
- Health Education Specialists $60,980
- Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors $58,610
- Clergy $56,480
- Marriage and Family Therapists $56,450
- Healthcare Social Workers $51,830
- Educational, Guidance, and Career Counselors and Advisors $51,140
- Probation Officers and Correctional Treatment Specialists $50,380
- Community Health Workers $46,070
- Child, Family, and School Social Workers $43,950
- Mental Health and Substance Abuse Social Workers $43,190
- Social and Human Service Assistants $37,450
- Rehabilitation Counselors $30,070
Building and grounds maintenance 8
- First-Line Supervisors of Landscaping, Lawn Service, and Groundskeeping Workers $50,260
- Tree Trimmers and Pruners $44,500
- First-Line Supervisors of Housekeeping and Janitorial Workers $40,860
- Pest Control Workers $36,880
- Landscaping and Groundskeeping Workers $34,910
- Pesticide Handlers, Sprayers, and Applicators, Vegetation $32,040
- Janitors and Cleaners, Except Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners $30,590
- Maids and Housekeeping Cleaners $27,410
Farming, fishing and forestry 7
- First-Line Supervisors of Farming, Fishing, and Forestry Workers $74,550
- Agricultural Inspectors $49,940
- Logging Equipment Operators $37,440
- Graders and Sorters, Agricultural Products $34,790
- Agricultural Equipment Operators $34,340
- Farmworkers and Laborers, Crop, Nursery, and Greenhouse $33,210
- Farmworkers, Farm, Ranch, and Aquacultural Animals $32,670
Frequently asked questions
What is the average salary in Oklahoma?
The median across all occupations is $43,950 a year, or $21.13 an hour, covering 1,691,930 wage and salary workers. Median rather than mean, because a handful of very high earners pull an average upward and describe nobody.
Which jobs pay the most in Oklahoma?
Pediatricians, General ($226,150), Family Medicine Physicians ($219,220), Dentists, General ($161,780) lead the table. Medical specialities dominate the top of almost every state list, which says more about how the occupation is classified than about local conditions.
What does Oklahoma employ the most people in?
Fast Food and Counter Workers, with 53,380 employed at a median of $23,590. The largest occupations in any state are usually retail, food service, transport and administrative roles.
Does a higher salary here mean more money in practice?
Not necessarily. Wages and living costs move together. Oklahoma electricity averages 13.38¢ per kilowatt-hour against a national 16.44¢ in Texas as one comparison, and housing costs vary far more than that. Read a salary figure alongside what it costs to live where it is earned.