How much does an economist make in Oklahoma?
$89,980a year
Median yearly pay for economists in Oklahoma. That is $43.26 an hour or $7,498 a month.
- Hourly
- $43.26
- Vs. national median
- -28%
- Rank among states
- 31 of 40
- Jobs in the state
- 80
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $67,490Median: $89,980Highest 10%: $171,700
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $67,490 | $32.45 | |
| 25th | $81,420 | $39.14 | |
| Median | $89,980 | $43.26 | |
| 75th | $145,300 | $69.84 | |
| 90th | $171,700 | $82.52 |
Cities in Oklahoma
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Oklahoma City, OK | $108,600 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for economists.
| 28. Arkansas | $91,560 |
| 29. Maine | $91,480 |
| 30. Nevada | $91,340 |
| 31. Oklahoma | $89,980 |
| 32. Montana | $89,340 |
| 33. New Hampshire | $86,130 |
| 34. Wisconsin | $84,000 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does an economist make an hour in Oklahoma?
The median hourly pay in Oklahoma is $43.26 ($89,980 a year).
Do economists make more in Oklahoma than the national average?
No: $89,980 against $124,700 nationally, 28% less.
Where does Oklahoma rank for economist pay?
Oklahoma ranks 31 of 40 states.
Which city in Oklahoma pays economists the most?
Oklahoma City, OK, with a median of $108,600 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.