Based on the latest Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS data — updated August 12, 2026.
| Oklahoma | National | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median annual salary | $101,850 | $107,639 | -5% |
| Median hourly wage | $48.97 | $51.75 | -5% |
Adjusted for local price levels (100 = national average), the cost-adjusted median is $116,002.
| City | Median | Entry Level | Experienced | Cost of Living |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oklahoma City | $87,569 | $61,600 | $114,400 | 87 |
| Tulsa | $87,569 | $61,600 | $114,400 | 86 |
The median annual salary for a Mechanical Engineer in Oklahoma is $101,850, or about $48.97 per hour, according to BLS OEWS data.
The national median for Mechanical Engineers is $107,639. Oklahoma is -5% below the national median.
Entry-level mechanical engineers in Oklahoma typically earn from $61,600 depending on the city and employer.
With 2,270 mechanical engineer jobs on record and a median salary of $101,850, Oklahoma offers competitive pay compared to the rest of the country.