As of July 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Research Librarian in Tulsa, OK is $59,417, equivalent to $29 per hour, $1,143 weekly, or $4,951 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Research Librarian in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Research Librarian in Tulsa, OK vary widely, spanning from $46,276 to $71,209. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($52,539) and 75th percentile ($65,590), while top earners (90th percentile) make $71,209 per year. This $13,051 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Customer Service or Information Sciences, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Tulsa Research Librarian often earn 1.1% lower than national averages. However, Tulsa currently ranks 622 statewide for Research Librarian job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Research Librarian Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Research Librarian Salary $46,276 Tulsa, OK July 01, 2026
25th Percentile Research Librarian Salary $52,539 Tulsa, OK July 01, 2026
50th Percentile Research Librarian Salary $59,417 Tulsa, OK July 01, 2026
75th Percentile Research Librarian Salary $65,590 Tulsa, OK July 01, 2026
90th Percentile Research Librarian Salary $71,209 Tulsa, OK July 01, 2026
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    Research Librarian

    2 - 4 years experience
    Master's Degree or MBA

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    4 - 7 years experience
    Master's Degree or MBA

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About Tulsa, Oklahoma    Tulsa is located in the northeastern corner of Oklahoma, 99 miles (159 km) northeast of Oklahoma City; situated between the edge of the Great Plains a....More

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