Salary Report for Oklahoma Nursing Instructors
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Compare Oklahoma to U.S.
Oklahoma Nursing Instructors earn an average of $62,490 which is 23% less than the national average salary of $82,040.
| Type | Oklahoma | U.S. | % Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average Hourly Wage | $30.04 | $39.44 | -23.83% |
| Average Annual Salary | $62,490 | $82,040 | -23.83% |
Salary Range by Education and Experience
In Oklahoma, 50% of Nursing Instructors earn between $48,830 and $76,510 a year, depending on factors such as level of education, experience, location and place of employment.
About 10% of Nursing Instructors earn more than $81,250, a rate generally associated with highly educated and experienced Nursing Instructors .
Approximately 10% of Nursing Instructors earn under $47,330, a rate generally reserved for less experienced or entry level Nursing Instructors .
| Percent | Experience | Employed | Annual Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10% | Less than a Year | 66 | Under $47,330 |
| 15% | 2 – 4 years | 99 | $47,330 – $48,830 |
| 25% | 5 – 9 years | 165 | $48,830 – $60,410 |
| 25% | 10 – 14 years | 165 | $60,410 – $76,510 |
| 15% | 15 – 20 years | 99 | $60,410 – $81,250 |
| 10% | 20+ years | 66 | Above $81,250 |
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living
After being adjusted for cost-of-living, Nursing Instructors in Oklahoma nurses earn about $68,430 per year which is less than the average U.S. nurse of $82,040.
Cost-of-living in Oklahoma is 9% less than the national average, which means Oklahoma residents have an overall less cost for food, housing, utilities and transportation compared to other states.
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Salary Compared to Related Professions
With an average annual salary of $62,490, Oklahoma Nursing Instructors tend to earn less than Nurse Anesthetists ($181,660), Nurse Practitioners ($116,650), and Registered Nurses ($68,180).
However, Nursing Instructors tend to earn more than Nursing Assistants ($27,850), and LPNs ($44,910).
| Title | Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| Nurse Anesthetists | $181,660 |
| Nurse Practitioners | $116,650 |
| Registered Nurses | $68,180 |
| Nursing Instructors | $62,490 |
| LPNs | $44,910 |
| Nursing Assistants | $27,850 |
Projected Demand for Nurses in 2030
The U.S. Department of Labor projects that in Oklahoma the three professions needing the most new nurses by 2030 are Registered Nurses (43,800), Nursing Assistants (23,320) and LPNs (15,290).
The three professions in Oklahoma needing highest percentage new nurses by 2030 are Nurse Practitioners (47.4%), Nurse Anesthetists (24.3%) and Nursing Instructors (23.3%).
| Title | 2020 | 2030 | Change | Yearly Openings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nurses | 39,130 | 43,800 | 11.9% | 2,620 |
| Nursing Assistants | 21,580 | 23,320 | 8.1% | 2,880 |
| LPNs | 13,620 | 15,290 | 12.3% | 1,260 |
| Nurse Practitioners | 2,150 | 3,170 | 47.4% | 240 |
| Nursing Instructors | 600 | 740 | 23.3% | 80 |
| Nurse Anesthetists | 370 | 460 | 24.3% | 30 |
Salaries Ranked by Oklahoma Cities
The average salary for Nursing Instructors in Oklahoma is $62,490. The top cities that pay Nursing Instructors the most are Tulsa ($70,630), Oklahoma City ($64,650) and Northwest Oklahoma Nonmetropolitan Area ($59,980).
When adjusted for cost-of-living, the cities that pay Nursing Instructors the highest average annual salary are Tulsa ($76,028), Oklahoma City ($68,945) and Northwest Oklahoma Nonmetropolitan Area ($68,895).
The following table shows the average yearly salary range for Nursing Instructors in each city, and the average yearly salary after being adjusted for cost-of-living in that state.
The difference column shows how much more or less purchasing power a Nursing Instructors salary will have in that area.
| Area | Average Salary | COL Adjusted | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tulsa | $70,630 | $76,028 | $5,398 |
| Oklahoma City | $64,650 | $68,945 | $4,295 |
| Northwest Oklahoma Nonmetropolitan Area | $59,980 | $68,895 | $8,915 |
| Southwest Oklahoma Nonmetropolitan Area | $58,970 | $67,735 | $8,765 |
| Northeast Oklahoma Nonmetropolitan Area | $55,320 | $63,542 | $8,222 |
| Southeast Oklahoma Nonmetropolitan Area | $53,530 | $61,486 | $7,956 |
Salary FAQ for Oklahoma Nursing Instructors
City and Rural Summaries
Northeast Oklahoma Nonmetropolitan Area
Average Nursing Instructors Salary: $55,320
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $63,542
Hourly Wage: $26.60
Currently Employed: 70
Cost-of-Living Index: 87.06
Northeast Oklahoma Nonmetropolitan Area Salary Report
Northwest Oklahoma Nonmetropolitan Area
Average Nursing Instructors Salary: $59,980
Adjusted for Cost of Living: $68,895
Hourly Wage: $29
Currently Employed: 90
Cost-of-Living Index: 87.06
Northwest Oklahoma Nonmetropolitan Area Salary Report
Oklahoma City
Average Nursing Instructors Salary: $64,650
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $68,945
Hourly Wage: $31.08
Currently Employed: 240
Cost-of-Living Index: 93.77
Oklahoma City Salary Report
Southeast Oklahoma Nonmetropolitan Area
Average Nursing Instructors Salary: $53,530
Adjusted for Cost of Living: $61,486
Hourly Wage: $26
Currently Employed: 60
Cost-of-Living Index: 87.06
Southeast Oklahoma Nonmetropolitan Area Salary Report
Southwest Oklahoma Nonmetropolitan Area
Average Nursing Instructors Salary: $58,970
Adjusted for Cost-of-Living: $67,735
Hourly Wage: $28.35
Currently Employed: 40
Cost-of-Living Index: 87.06
Southwest Oklahoma Nonmetropolitan Area Salary Report
Tulsa
Average Nursing Instructors Salary: $70,630
Adjusted for Cost of Living: $76,028
Hourly Wage: $34
Currently Employed: 130
Cost-of-Living Index: 92.90
Tulsa Salary Report
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