Petroleum Engineers Salary in Kansas

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Kansas nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $124,650 -11.8% vs national
Median hourly $59.93
10th percentile $62,620
90th percentile $191,890
Employed locally 60
National median $141,280

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $62,620
    25th
    $107,820
    50th (median)
    $124,650
    75th
    $138,910
    90th
    $191,890

    Top-paying metros for Petroleum Engineers

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Anchorage, AK $205,380
    Alaska $200,750
    Amarillo, TX $199,990
    Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos, TX $184,250
    High Desert Utah nonmetropolitan area $178,010
    Alaska nonmetropolitan area $174,440

    Related occupations in Kansas

    OccupationMedian salary
    Mechanical Engineers $82,830
    Industrial Engineers $81,580
    Civil Engineers $90,160
    Electrical Engineers $96,460
    Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians $47,410
    Engineers, All Other $60,300

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Petroleum Engineers make per hour in Kansas?

    The median hourly wage for Petroleum Engineers in Kansas is $59.93, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $61.85 or more per hour.

    Is Kansas above or below average for Petroleum Engineers salaries?

    The median Petroleum Engineers salary in Kansas is 11.8% below the national median of $141,280. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Petroleum Engineers in Kansas?

    Entry-level Petroleum Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $62,620 per year in Kansas. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $107,820.