verified BLS-Verified Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) May 2025 release

Auto Mechanic Salary in Oklahoma

Median Annual in Oklahoma
$46,560/yr
Median Hourly Wage
$22.38/hr
▼ 8% below U.S. median

Salary Distribution in Oklahoma

groups Employed in OK
8,870
public U.S. Median
$50,620
savings Real pay (cost-adjusted)
$53,004 #26 of 51

Auto Mechanic pay in Oklahoma, explained

Auto mechanics in Oklahoma earn a median of $46,560 per year ($22.38 per hour), which is 8% below the national median of $50,620. Entry-level workers earn around $29,410, while the most experienced auto mechanics reach about $81,480. Pay varies by employer, setting, and metro area within Oklahoma.

Is $46,560 good pay in Oklahoma?

Adjusted for Oklahoma's cost of living (which runs 88% of the U.S. average), that $46,560 is worth about $53,004 in national buying power — ranking Oklahoma #26 for real pay (vs #45 on the sticker number).

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Auto Mechanic pay by experience in Oklahoma

Entry level (10th pct)
$29,410
$14.14/hr
Median
Mid-career (50th pct)
$46,560
$22.38/hr
Experienced (90th pct)
$81,480
$39.17/hr

Auto Mechanic pay in neighboring states

StateMedian / yrReal payvs OK
Oklahoma (here) $46,560 $53,004
Colorado $61,280 $59,465 −$14,720
Missouri $49,160 $54,131 −$2,600
Texas $48,310 $49,775 −$1,750
Kansas $47,790 $53,060 −$1,230
New Mexico $47,300 $51,295 −$740
Arkansas $44,160 $50,795 +$2,400

Auto Mechanic in Oklahoma: FAQ

How much do auto mechanics make in Oklahoma?

Auto mechanics in Oklahoma earn a median of $46,560 per year ($22.38 per hour), compared with $50,620 nationally.

Does Oklahoma pay auto mechanics well?

At $46,560, Oklahoma pays 8% below the national median for auto mechanics. An estimated 8,870 work in the state.

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