Travel Nurse Pay in Oklahoma
Discover average travel nurse pay rates, stipends, and take-home calculations for Oklahoma. Use our free calculator below to estimate your earnings.
Last updated: February 21, 2026
Calculate Your Pay in Oklahoma
Use our calculator to estimate your take-home pay in Oklahoma, including cost of living analysis to see your true discretionary income.
Travel Nurse Pay Breakdown
Estimate your take-home pay, taxes, and blended rate in seconds.
Same state assignment. You'll pay 5% state tax plus 24% federal tax.
Overtime (Optional)
Blended Hourly Rate
$70.53
Based on 36 hours in OK.
Gross Weekly Pay
$2,539
Taxable Weekly Income
$1,440
Estimated Weekly Taxes
$418
True Net Weekly Pay
$2,121
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Assignment Projections
13-Week Assignment
$27,578
Net Pay
26-Week Assignment
$55,156
Net Pay
Annual (52 weeks)
$110,313
Net Pay
Take Home vs Taxes
Take Home
$2,121
per week
Taxes
$418
per week
Total Gross: $2,539 per week
🏠 Housing Stipend Analysis
Your Weekly Housing Stipend
$686
≈ $2,970/month
Est. 1BR Rent in Oklahoma
$800
Monthly average
✅ Potential Tax-Free Pocket Money
+$2,170
Your stipend covers rent with $2,170 left over each month.
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Cost of Living Analysis in Oklahoma
After rent, this is what you'll have left each month for other expenses
National average = 100. Oklahoma's cost of living is lower than the national average by 12.1 points.
💡 Lower cost of living area. Your pay may go further here than in expensive cities.
Housing Cost: Low
Utilities: Low
Rent data based on 2025 market averages. Actual rent may vary by neighborhood and housing type.
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Average Travel Nurse Pay in Oklahoma
These are average pay rates for travel nurses in Oklahoma. Actual pay varies by specialty, experience, and facility. Use our pay calculator to estimate your specific take-home pay.
Hourly Rate
$40/hr
Weekly Gross
$1,600
Annual
$83,200
GSA Per Diem Rates for Oklahoma
Lodging
$98/night
Meals
$59/day
Incidentals
$5/day
These rates determine the maximum tax-free stipend amounts for travel nurses in Oklahoma.
Tax Information for Oklahoma
Cost of Living in Oklahoma
Cost of Living Index
87.9
Below national average
Housing
Low
Utilities
Low
Popular Cities for Travel Nurses in Oklahoma
These are the most popular cities for travel nurse assignments in Oklahoma. Click on any city to see detailed pay information, cost of living, and job opportunities. Use our state comparison tool to compare pay across different states.
Oklahoma City
Avg Pay: $42/hr
Est. Rent: $800/mo
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Tulsa
Avg Pay: $41/hr
Est. Rent: $800/mo
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Norman
Avg Pay: $40/hr
Est. Rent: $800/mo
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Oklahoma Pay by Nursing Specialty
Pay varies significantly by specialty. Select a specialty to see detailed salary data for Oklahoma:
ICU
~$44/hr in OK
Very High DemandER
~$43/hr in OK
Very High DemandOR
~$45/hr in OK
High DemandLabor & Delivery
~$42/hr in OK
High DemandMed-Surg
~$40/hr in OK
Very High DemandPACU
~$43/hr in OK
High DemandTop Hospitals in Oklahoma
- OU Medical Center
- Saint Francis Hospital
- Integris Health
Nursing License Requirements for Oklahoma
Cost of Living in Oklahoma
Average 1BR Rent
$800/mo
Cost of Living Index
87.9
National avg = 100
Housing Cost
Low
Tip: Use our pay calculator to see how your take-home pay compares to the cost of living in Oklahoma. Consider that rent in Oklahoma is lower than the national average.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do travel nurses make in Oklahoma?
Travel nurses in Oklahoma typically earn between $35 and $50 per hour in taxable wages, with an average of $40/hr. When including tax-free stipends, the blended hourly rate ranges from $44-59 per hour.
What are the GSA rates for Oklahoma?
The GSA per diem rates for Oklahoma are: Lodging: $98/night, Meals: $59/day, and Incidentals: $5/day. These rates determine the maximum tax-free stipend amounts travel nurses can receive. For official rates, visit [GSA.gov](https://www.gsa.gov/travel/plan-book/per-diem-rates).
Is Oklahoma tax-friendly for travel nurses?
Oklahoma has a state income tax rate of 5%, making it relatively tax-friendly for travel nurses. However, you'll still pay federal taxes on your taxable wages.
What is the cost of living in Oklahoma?
The cost of living index in Oklahoma is 87.9, which is below the national average. Housing costs are low, and utilities are low.
Do I need a separate license to work in Oklahoma?
Oklahoma is part of the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC), so if you have a compact license, you can work here without additional licensing. The license costs $200 and typically takes 2-4 weeks to process.