Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Oklahoma | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $116,080 | $149,469 | -22% |
| Median hourly wage | $55.81 | $71.86 | -22% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $132,210.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oklahoma City | $114,400 | $66,000 | $145,200 | 87 |
| Tulsa | $114,400 | $66,000 | $145,200 | 86 |
The median annual salary for a HR Manager in Oklahoma is $116,080, or about $55.81 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for HR Managers is $149,469. Oklahoma is -22% below the national median.
Entry-level hr managers in Oklahoma typically earn from $66,000 depending on the city and employer.
With 1,750 hr manager jobs on record and a median salary of $116,080, Oklahoma offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.