Petroleum Engineers Salary in Southeast Oklahoma

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

Median annual salary $132,680 -6.1% vs national
Median hourly $63.79
10th percentile $81,740
90th percentile $213,770
Employed locally 60
National median $141,280

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $81,740
    25th
    $102,750
    50th (median)
    $132,680
    75th
    $171,580
    90th
    $213,770

    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 Southeast Oklahoma

    OccupationMedian salary
    Industrial Engineers $94,000
    Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians $78,330
    Electrical Engineers $105,430
    Civil Engineers $91,780
    Health and Safety Engineers, Except Mining Safety Engineers and Inspectors $87,060
    Mechanical Engineers $82,790

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Petroleum Engineers in Southeast Oklahoma is $63.79, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $84.76 or more per hour.

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

    The median Petroleum Engineers salary in Southeast Oklahoma is 6.1% 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 Southeast Oklahoma?

    Entry-level Petroleum Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $81,740 per year in Southeast Oklahoma. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $102,750.