Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers Salary in Oklahoma

$13,980 $45,370
10th pct Median: $26,378 90th pct
Percentile Annual Salary
10th (Entry Level)$13,980
25th Percentile$18,992
50th (Median)$26,378
75th Percentile$36,402
90th (Top Earners)$45,370
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Cost of Living Adjusted Salary

The Oklahoma median salary of $26,378 for Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers has the purchasing power of approximately $29,179 in Missouri (the COL baseline state with index 100).

Oklahoma's lower cost of living (COL index: 90.4) means your salary goes further than in higher-cost states.

COL data: MERIC 2024 State Cost of Living Index. Missouri = 100 baseline.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers make in Oklahoma?
Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers in Oklahoma earn a median annual salary of $26,378 per year ($12.68/hr) according to BLS OEWS data (May 2024). This is below the national median of $30,320.
Is Oklahoma a good state for Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers?
Oklahoma pays slightly below the national average for veterinary assistants and laboratory animal caretakers. Cost of living in Oklahoma is lower average (COL index: 90.4).
What is the cost-of-living adjusted salary for Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers in Oklahoma?
After adjusting for cost of living (COL index: 90.4 vs. Missouri baseline of 100), the $26,378 salary in Oklahoma has the purchasing power of approximately $29,179 in Missouri. Lower living costs in Oklahoma increase real purchasing power.
How does Oklahoma compare to neighboring states for Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers salaries?
For detailed comparison across all states, see the full Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers salary page at the national level, which includes a complete 50-state salary table.

Top Paying Jobs in Oklahoma

# Job Title Median Annual
1 Anesthesiologists $289,014
2 Radiologists $269,630
3 Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric $266,411
4 Neurologists $257,172
5 Surgeons, All Other $256,232
6 Psychiatrists $217,324
7 Physicians, Pathologists $212,210
8 General Internal Medicine Physicians $211,706
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers in Oklahoma

Veterinary Assistants and Laboratory Animal Caretakers work in their specialized field applying expertise and skills to deliver value in their organization. This occupation is part of the healthcare sector of the U.S. economy.

Education Required: Associate's degree

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