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Registered Nurses Salary in Oklahoma
Ranked #43 of 51 · OK
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of registered nursess in Oklahoma earn between $60,530 and $106,390. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean registered nurses salary in Oklahoma is $85,060, about 16.1% below the U.S. average ($101,420). That works out to roughly $41/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Oklahoma
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tulsa, OK | $84,790 | $87,380 | 10,880 |
| Oklahoma City, OK | $82,920 | $86,080 | 16,530 |
| Northeast Oklahoma nonmetropolitan area | $81,450 | $87,840 | 2,850 |
| Lawton, OK | $80,570 | $84,340 | 990 |
| Northwest Oklahoma nonmetropolitan area | $79,800 | $79,370 | 1,250 |
| Southwest Oklahoma nonmetropolitan area | $79,220 | $78,370 | 1,180 |
| Enid, OK | $78,060 | $76,570 | 810 |
| Southeast Oklahoma nonmetropolitan area | $77,470 | $78,090 | 3,220 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do registered nurses make in Oklahoma?
The median registered nurses salary in Oklahoma is $82,920 per year (mean $85,060), and about 80% earn between $60,530 and $106,390.
How much do registered nurses make per hour in Oklahoma?
Roughly $41 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $85,060 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Oklahoma a high-paying state for registered nurses?
Oklahoma ranks #43 of 51 states for registered nurses pay. Its mean salary of $85,060 is about 16.1% below the U.S. average of $101,420.
Which metro areas in Oklahoma pay registered nurses the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Oklahoma for registered nurses are Tulsa, OK ($84,790), Oklahoma City, OK ($82,920), Northeast Oklahoma nonmetropolitan area ($81,450), by median annual wage.