Nursing Assistants pay in Oklahoma
In Oklahoma, the median pay for nursing assistants is $17.27 an hour ($35,930 a year). About 19,410 people work in this job there.
That is 15% lower than the U.S. median ($42,260). Oklahoma ranks 47th of 51 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for nursing assistants in Oklahoma
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $14.24 | $29,630 |
| 25% of workers | $15.82 | $32,900 |
| Half of workers (median) | $17.27 | $35,930 |
| 75% of workers | $18.39 | $38,250 |
| 90% of workers | $20.61 | $42,870 |
Nursing Assistants pay in Oklahoma metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Tulsa | $36,720 | 5,420 |
| Oklahoma City | $36,560 | 6,150 |
| Lawton | $35,190 | 490 |
| Enid | $34,250 | 270 |
Oklahoma unemployment rate: 4.3% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for nursing assistants
- Typical education to start: Postsecondary nondegree award (BLS)
- Related work experience most have: 1 to 3 months (O*NET)
- Job outlook: +2.6% over ten years, about as fast as average · about 196,200 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Oklahoma
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | $82,920 |
| Licensed Practical and Licensed Vocational Nurses | $58,320 |
| Medical Assistants | $38,750 |
| Nurse Practitioners | $133,390 |
| Emergency Medical Technicians | $34,170 |
| Paramedics | $46,790 |
| Home Health and Personal Care Aides | $27,710 |
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