Petroleum Engineers Salary in Southwest Oklahoma

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

Median annual salary $163,390 +15.6% vs national
Median hourly $78.55
10th percentile $118,430
90th percentile $195,950
Employed locally 80
National median $141,280

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $118,430
    25th
    $131,680
    50th (median)
    $163,390
    75th
    $195,950
    90th
    $195,950

    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 Southwest Oklahoma

    OccupationMedian salary
    Mechanical Engineers $100,160
    Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians $93,750
    Civil Engineers $95,640
    Electrical Engineers $110,230
    Industrial Engineers $125,800
    Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians $78,400

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Petroleum Engineers in Southwest Oklahoma is $78.55, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $94.21 or more per hour.

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

    The median Petroleum Engineers salary in Southwest Oklahoma is 15.6% 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 Southwest Oklahoma?

    Entry-level Petroleum Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $118,430 per year in Southwest Oklahoma. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $131,680.