Petroleum Engineers Salary in Ohio

$64,964 $210,827
10th pct Median: $122,574 90th pct
Percentile Annual Salary
10th (Entry Level)$64,964
25th Percentile$88,253
50th (Median)$122,574
75th Percentile$169,152
90th (Top Earners)$210,827
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2024

Cost of Living Adjusted Salary

The Ohio median salary of $122,574 for Petroleum Engineers has the purchasing power of approximately $132,944 in Missouri (the COL baseline state with index 100).

Ohio's lower cost of living (COL index: 92.2) means your salary goes further than in higher-cost states.

COL data: MERIC 2024 State Cost of Living Index. Missouri = 100 baseline.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do Petroleum Engineers make in Ohio?
Petroleum Engineers in Ohio earn a median annual salary of $122,574 per year ($58.93/hr) according to BLS OEWS data (May 2024). This is below the national median of $131,800.
Is Ohio a good state for Petroleum Engineers?
Ohio pays slightly below the national average for petroleum engineers. Cost of living in Ohio is lower average (COL index: 92.2).
What is the cost-of-living adjusted salary for Petroleum Engineers in Ohio?
After adjusting for cost of living (COL index: 92.2 vs. Missouri baseline of 100), the $122,574 salary in Ohio has the purchasing power of approximately $132,944 in Missouri. Lower living costs in Ohio increase real purchasing power.
How does Ohio compare to neighboring states for Petroleum Engineers salaries?
For detailed comparison across all states, see the full Petroleum Engineers salary page at the national level, which includes a complete 50-state salary table.

Top Paying Jobs in Ohio

# Job Title Median Annual
1 Anesthesiologists $308,946
2 Radiologists $288,226
3 Orthopedic Surgeons, Except Pediatric $284,785
4 Neurologists $274,908
5 Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric $252,848
6 Psychiatrists $232,312
7 General Internal Medicine Physicians $226,306
8 Obstetricians and Gynecologists $222,456
Source: BLS OEWS May 2024

About Petroleum Engineers in Ohio

Petroleum Engineers work in their specialized field applying expertise and skills to deliver value in their organization. This occupation is part of the technology sector of the U.S. economy.

Education Required: Bachelor's degree

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