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.

Excellent: Your housing stipend matches or exceeds the GSA maximum for Oklahoma ($686/week). This is the maximum tax-free amount.
Effective Tax Rate29.0%
Federal: 24%
State: 5%

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

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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

Monthly Net Income:$9,186
Average 1BR Rent:$800
True Discretionary Income:$8,386

After rent, this is what you'll have left each month for other expenses

Cost of Living Index:87.9

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

State Income Tax 5%
Tax-Friendly for Travel Nurses Yes

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.

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Oklahoma Pay by Nursing Specialty

Pay varies significantly by specialty. Select a specialty to see detailed salary data for Oklahoma:

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Top Hospitals in Oklahoma

  • OU Medical Center
  • Saint Francis Hospital
  • Integris Health

Nursing License Requirements for Oklahoma

Nurse Licensure Compact Yes
License Cost $200
Processing Time 2-4 weeks

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.

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