Engineering Gulfport, MS Pop. 72,926

Petroleum Engineer Salary in Gulfport, Mississippi

The median petroleum engineer salary in Gulfport, MS is $108,076 per year, which is 18% below the national median and 1.2% below the Mississippi state average.

City Median
$108,076
vs State Avg
$-1,318
vs National
$-23,724
Cost of Living
82%

Petroleum Engineer Salary in Gulfport by Experience

In Gulfport, an entry-level petroleum engineer earns around $68,880, while experienced professionals earn up to $159,900 per year. The local cost of living index is 82% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$68,880
$-15,120 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$109,880
$-24,120 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$159,900
$-35,100 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Gulfport, MS

Percentile Gulfport
10th Percentile $65,600
25th Percentile $83,640
Median (50th) $108,076
75th Percentile $137,760
90th Percentile $165,640

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How to Become a Petroleum Engineer in Gulfport

Education

Most petroleum engineer positions require a bachelor's degree. Gulfport and the surrounding Mississippi area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Reservoir EngineeringDrillingGeologySimulation SoftwareProject ManagementData Analysis

Job Outlook

Nationally, petroleum engineer employment is projected to grow 8% over the next decade (faster than average). Demand in Gulfport may vary based on local industry and population growth.