Athletes and Sports Competitors Salary in Oklahoma (2026)

Official state-level BLS pay data for Athletes and Sports Competitors in Oklahoma, plus how it compares with the rest of the country.

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
Oklahoma Median
$44,110
per year
Hourly Rate
$21.21
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
-34% vs US median
US median $66,710
State Rank
#17 of 18
state estimate

How much do Athletes and Sports Competitors make in Oklahoma?

Athletes and Sports Competitors working in Oklahoma earn a median salary of $44,110 per year, or about $21.21 per hour. That is 34% below the national median of $66,710 for this occupation.

Within Oklahoma, entry-level pay starts around $28,920 while the top 10% make $44,420 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $40,360 and $44,110 a year.

Athletes and Sports Competitors salary range in Oklahoma

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$28,920$13.90
25th percentile (early career)$40,360$19.40
50th percentile (median)$44,110$21.21
75th percentile (experienced)$44,110$21.21
90th percentile (top earners)$44,420$21.36

How Oklahoma compares

Oklahoma ranks 17th out of 18 states and territories for Athletes and Sports Competitors pay. The top 5 best-paying states:

RankStateMedian salary
1New Jersey$253,870
2Missouri$172,700
3Utah$122,800
4Nevada$119,780
5Texas$80,510

Working as Athletes and Sports Competitors in Oklahoma

Nationally, about 15,000 people work as Athletes and Sports Competitors in the United States. A bachelor's degree (about 4 years of college) is the standard entry requirement.

Considering a move? Compare Oklahoma pay ($44,110) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.

Frequently asked questions

How much do Athletes and Sports Competitors make in Oklahoma?
The median Athletes and Sports Competitors salary in Oklahoma is $44,110 per year, or about $21.21 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $28,920 at the entry level to $44,420 for the top 10% of earners.
How does Oklahoma pay compare to the national average?
Oklahoma pays Athletes and Sports Competitors about 34% less than the national median of $66,710. Oklahoma ranks 17th out of 18 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is Oklahoma a good state for Athletes and Sports Competitors?
Pay runs below the national median here, at $44,110 a year. A lower cost of living can offset the smaller paycheck, so compare take-home value, not just salary.
What are the highest-paying jobs in Oklahoma?
The highest-paying occupations in Oklahoma include Surgeon, All Other ($553,790), Orthopedic Surgeon, Except Pediatric ($530,070), Obstetricians and Gynecologists ($370,260), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.

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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), Unknown vintage. Education requirements: O*NET (U.S. Department of Labor). State figures are official BLS state-level wage estimates. Where BLS suppresses a state percentile, it is scaled from the official national distribution. Individual pay varies by employer, metro area, and experience.