Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Oklahoma | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $58,320 | $66,500 | -12% |
| Median hourly wage | $28.04 | $31.97 | -12% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $66,424.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| City-level data coming soon. | ||||
The median annual salary for a Licensed Practical Nurse in Oklahoma is $58,320, or about $28.04 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Licensed Practical Nurses is $66,500. Oklahoma is -12% below the national median.
Entry-level licensed practical nurses in Oklahoma typically earn from varies by experience depending on the city and employer.
With 11,540 licensed practical nurse jobs on record and a median salary of $58,320, Oklahoma offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.