Petroleum Engineers Salary in Northwest Oklahoma

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

Median annual salary $117,480 -16.8% vs national
Median hourly $56.48
10th percentile $58,740
90th percentile $169,810
Employed locally 70
National median $141,280

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $58,740
    25th
    $97,110
    50th (median)
    $117,480
    75th
    $135,430
    90th
    $169,810

    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 Northwest Oklahoma

    OccupationMedian salary
    Industrial Engineers $82,830
    Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians $74,190
    Electrical Engineers $101,440
    Civil Engineers $100,790
    Mechanical Engineers $99,230
    Electrical and Electronics Drafters $63,600

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Petroleum Engineers in Northwest Oklahoma is $56.48, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $102.03 or more per hour.

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

    The median Petroleum Engineers salary in Northwest Oklahoma is 16.8% 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 Northwest Oklahoma?

    Entry-level Petroleum Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $58,740 per year in Northwest Oklahoma. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $97,110.