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

Mechanical Engineer Salary in Oklahoma

Median Annual in Oklahoma
$101,850/yr
Median Hourly Wage
$48.97/hr
▼ 2% below U.S. median

Salary Distribution in Oklahoma

groups Employed in OK
2,270
public U.S. Median
$104,110
savings Real pay (cost-adjusted)
$115,945 #10 of 51

Mechanical Engineer pay in Oklahoma, explained

Mechanical engineers in Oklahoma earn a median of $101,850 per year ($48.97 per hour), which is 2% below the national median of $104,110. Entry-level workers earn around $70,070, while the most experienced mechanical engineers reach about $136,110. Pay varies by employer, setting, and metro area within Oklahoma.

Is $101,850 good pay in Oklahoma?

Adjusted for Oklahoma's cost of living (which runs 88% of the U.S. average), that $101,850 is worth about $115,945 in national buying power — ranking Oklahoma #10 for real pay (vs #27 on the sticker number).

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Mechanical Engineer pay by experience in Oklahoma

Entry level (10th pct)
$70,070
$33.69/hr
Median
Mid-career (50th pct)
$101,850
$48.97/hr
Experienced (90th pct)
$136,110
$65.44/hr

Mechanical Engineer pay in neighboring states

StateMedian / yrReal payvs OK
Oklahoma (here) $101,850 $115,945
New Mexico $157,710 $171,030 −$55,860
Colorado $124,430 $120,745 −$22,580
Texas $112,410 $115,819 −$10,560
Missouri $99,330 $109,374 +$2,520
Kansas $86,260 $95,772 +$15,590
Arkansas $80,180 $92,228 +$21,670

Mechanical Engineer in Oklahoma: FAQ

How much do mechanical engineers make in Oklahoma?

Mechanical engineers in Oklahoma earn a median of $101,850 per year ($48.97 per hour), compared with $104,110 nationally.

Does Oklahoma pay mechanical engineers well?

At $101,850, Oklahoma pays 2% below the national median for mechanical engineers. An estimated 2,270 work in the state.

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