Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Oklahoma | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $82,920 | $98,331 | -16% |
| Median hourly wage | $39.87 | $47.27 | -16% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $94,442.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oklahoma City | $75,742 | $57,200 | $92,400 | 87 |
| Tulsa | $75,742 | $57,200 | $92,400 | 86 |
The median annual salary for a Registered Nurse in Oklahoma is $82,920, or about $39.87 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Registered Nurses is $98,331. Oklahoma is -16% below the national median.
Entry-level registered nurses in Oklahoma typically earn from $57,200 depending on the city and employer.
With 38,270 registered nurse jobs on record and a median salary of $82,920, Oklahoma offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.