Careers · Biologists · Oklahoma
Biologists in Oklahoma
Biologists research the basic principles of plant and animal life, studying topics like origin, relationships, development, anatomy, and functions. They work in laboratories, universities, research institutions, government agencies, and private companies, conducting experiments and analyzing data to advance scientific understanding of living organisms. In Oklahoma the median pay is $79,950 a year, 19% below the national median of $98,920.
$79,950median pay in Oklahoma, per year
$63,130–$97,470middle half earn
300employed in Oklahoma
$98,920U.S. median, for comparison
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Who is hiring in Oklahoma
2open roles like this on employer career sites, 1 in Oklahoma or remote
1employer hiring
0posted in the last 7 days
Remote · CAwhere most openings are
What it takes
Preparation: Extensive preparation (graduate degree and/or many years of experience). Most hold a master’s degree.
Skills that matter most
ScienceReading ComprehensionWritingActive ListeningSpeakingCritical ThinkingMathematicsActive Learning
Knowledge areas
BiologyEducation and TrainingEnglish LanguageMathematics (knowledge)Administration and ManagementChemistry
Full profile, interests that fit, certifications and training: Biologists.
Licenses and training in Oklahoma
Biologists pay in other states
Maryland · $121,680California · $113,530Delaware · $113,400Connecticut · $111,940Washington · $108,110Massachusetts · $107,100Alaska · $106,870New Jersey · $104,750Maine · $104,570New York · $104,120
Related occupations
Biochemists and BiophysicistsMicrobiologistsZoologists and Wildlife BiologistsBiological Scientists, All OtherBioinformatics ScientistsMolecular and Cellular BiologistsGeneticistsAnimal Scientists
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O*NET-SOC 19-1029.04. Pay: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, Oklahoma, annual.