Petroleum Engineers Salary in Northeast Oklahoma

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northeast Oklahoma nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $142,470 +0.8% vs national
Median hourly $68.49
10th percentile $105,760
90th percentile $187,570
Employed locally 30
National median $141,280

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $105,760
    25th
    $142,470
    50th (median)
    $142,470
    75th
    $187,570
    90th
    $187,570

    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 Northeast Oklahoma

    OccupationMedian salary
    Industrial Engineers $101,800
    Civil Engineers $57,460
    Mechanical Engineers $87,600
    Electrical Engineers $98,650
    Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians $95,490
    Health and Safety Engineers, Except Mining Safety Engineers and Inspectors $117,120

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Petroleum Engineers make per hour in Northeast Oklahoma?

    The median hourly wage for Petroleum Engineers in Northeast Oklahoma is $68.49, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $90.18 or more per hour.

    Is Northeast Oklahoma above or below average for Petroleum Engineers salaries?

    The median Petroleum Engineers salary in Northeast Oklahoma is 0.8% above 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 Northeast Oklahoma?

    Entry-level Petroleum Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $105,760 per year in Northeast Oklahoma. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $142,470.