How much does a social worker make in Oklahoma?
$101,900a year
Median yearly pay for social workers in Oklahoma. That is $48.97 an hour or $8,488 a month.
- Hourly
- $48.97
- Vs. national median
- +42%
- Rank among states
- 6 of 50
- Jobs in the state
- 320
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $77,250Median: $101,900Highest 10%: $119,100
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $77,250 | $37.14 | |
| 25th | $88,610 | $42.60 | |
| Median | $101,900 | $48.97 | |
| 75th | $112,500 | $54.09 | |
| 90th | $119,100 | $57.27 |
Cities in Oklahoma
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Oklahoma City, OK | $102,600 |
| Tulsa, OK | $101,900 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for social workers.
| 3. Rhode Island | $111,600 |
| 4. New Hampshire | $103,700 |
| 5. Washington | $102,500 |
| 6. Oklahoma | $101,900 |
| 7. Massachusetts | $101,300 |
| 8. Missouri | $98,740 |
| 9. District of Columbia | $96,380 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a social worker make an hour in Oklahoma?
The median hourly pay in Oklahoma is $48.97 ($101,900 a year).
Do social workers make more in Oklahoma than the national average?
Yes: $101,900 against $71,900 nationally, 42% more.
Where does Oklahoma rank for social worker pay?
Oklahoma ranks 6 of 50 states.
Which city in Oklahoma pays social workers the most?
Oklahoma City, OK, with a median of $102,600 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.