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Physicist Salary in Oklahoma

The median physicist salary in Oklahoma is $131,090 per year, which is 14% below the national median of $152,430.

Median Salary

$131,090

vs National

$-21,340

State Rank

#47 of 50

Cost of Living

86%

Physicist Salary in Oklahoma by Experience

In Oklahoma, an entry-level physicist earns around $70,520, while experienced professionals earn up to $189,200 per year. The cost of living index in Oklahoma is 86% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)

$70,520

$-11,480 vs national

Mid Level (3-7 yrs)

$133,300

$-21,700 vs national

Senior Level (8+ yrs)

$189,200

$-30,800 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Oklahoma

Percentile	OK Salary	National	Difference
10th Percentile	$67,080	$78,000	$-10,920
25th Percentile	$92,880	$108,000	$-15,120
Median (50th)	$131,090	$152,430	$-21,340
75th Percentile	$167,700	$195,000	$-27,300
90th Percentile	$204,680	$238,000	$-33,320

Physicist Salary by City in Oklahoma

The largest employment areas for physicists in Oklahoma include Oklahoma City, Tulsa, Norman, and Broken Arrow. Salaries vary by city based on local cost of living and demand.

Oklahoma City, OK

$134,138

Pop. 681,054 · COL 88%

Tulsa, OK

$131,090

Pop. 413,066 · COL 86%

Norman, OK

$134,138

Pop. 128,026 · COL 88%

Broken Arrow, OK

$134,138

Pop. 113,540 · COL 88%

Edmond, OK

$140,236

Pop. 94,054 · COL 92%

How to Become a Physicist in Oklahoma

Education

Most physicist positions require a doctoral degree. Oklahoma has several accredited institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Mathematical ModelingExperimental PhysicsPython/MATLABData AnalysisScientific WritingLaboratory Equipment

Job Outlook in Oklahoma

Nationally, physicist employment is projected to grow 8% over the next decade (faster than average). Oklahoma's demand may vary based on local industry trends.