Petroleum Engineers pay in Oklahoma
In Oklahoma, the median pay for petroleum engineers is $73.57 an hour ($153,020 a year). About 1,450 people work in this job there.
That is 6% higher than the U.S. median ($144,910). Oklahoma ranks 5th of 16 states and territories for this job’s median pay.
Pay range for petroleum engineers in Oklahoma
| Earns more than | Hourly | Yearly |
|---|---|---|
| 10% of workers | $41.82 | $86,990 |
| 25% of workers | $59.84 | $124,460 |
| Half of workers (median) | $73.57 | $153,020 |
| 75% of workers | $85.81 | $178,470 |
| 90% of workers | $106.41 | $221,320 |
Petroleum Engineers pay in Oklahoma metro areas
| Metro area | Median yearly pay | People in this job |
|---|---|---|
| Oklahoma City | $176,200 | 700 |
| Tulsa | $130,750 | 370 |
Oklahoma unemployment rate: 4.3% (August 2026), U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics.
Education, experience and outlook for petroleum engineers
- Typical education to start: Bachelor's degree (BLS)
- Job outlook: +2% over ten years, about as fast as average · about 1,000 openings a year (BLS)
Related jobs in Oklahoma
| Job | Median yearly pay |
|---|---|
| Mechanical Engineers | $101,850 |
| Civil Engineers | $98,760 |
| Industrial Engineers | $97,510 |
| Electrical Engineers | $107,760 |
| Electronics Engineers, Except Computer | $109,120 |
| Aerospace Engineers | $125,470 |
| Engineers, All Other | $119,810 |
| Health and Safety Engineers, Except Mining Safety Engineers and Inspectors | $102,890 |
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