Creative & Education Oklahoma (OK) Rank #47 of 50

Librarian Salary in Oklahoma

The median librarian salary in Oklahoma is $52,623 per year, which is 14% below the national median of $61,190.

Median Salary
$52,623
vs National
$-8,567
State Rank
#47 of 50
Cost of Living
86%

Librarian Salary in Oklahoma by Experience

In Oklahoma, an entry-level librarian earns around $36,120, while experienced professionals earn up to $75,680 per year. The cost of living index in Oklahoma is 86% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$36,120
$-5,880 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$53,320
$-8,680 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$75,680
$-12,320 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Oklahoma

Percentile OK Salary
10th Percentile $33,712
25th Percentile $42,140
Median (50th) $52,623
75th Percentile $66,392
90th Percentile $83,076

Major Cities for Librarians in Oklahoma

The largest employment areas for librarians in Oklahoma include Oklahoma City, Tulsa, Norman, and Broken Arrow. Salaries in major metro areas may be higher due to increased demand and cost of living.

Oklahoma City, OK
Metro area for librarian employment
Tulsa, OK
Metro area for librarian employment
Norman, OK
Metro area for librarian employment
Broken Arrow, OK
Metro area for librarian employment
Edmond, OK
Metro area for librarian employment

How to Become a Librarian in Oklahoma

Education

Most librarian positions require a master's degree. Oklahoma has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Information ScienceResearchCatalogingCommunity ProgrammingDigital LiteracyDatabase Management

Job Outlook in Oklahoma

Nationally, librarian employment is projected to grow 3% over the next decade (as fast as average). Oklahoma's demand may vary based on local industry trends.