Engineering Columbia, MO Pop. 126,254

Petroleum Engineer Salary in Columbia, Missouri

The median petroleum engineer salary in Columbia, MO is $115,984 per year, which is 12% below the national median and 0.0% above the Missouri state average.

City Median
$115,984
vs State Avg
+$0
vs National
$-15,816
Cost of Living
88%

Petroleum Engineer Salary in Columbia by Experience

In Columbia, an entry-level petroleum engineer earns around $73,920, while experienced professionals earn up to $171,600 per year. The local cost of living index is 88% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$73,920
$-10,080 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$117,920
$-16,080 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$171,600
$-23,400 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Columbia, MO

Percentile Columbia
10th Percentile $70,400
25th Percentile $89,760
Median (50th) $115,984
75th Percentile $147,840
90th Percentile $177,760

Petroleum Engineer Salary in Other Missouri Cities

Kansas City, MO
$121,256
Pop. 508,090
Saint Louis, MO
$118,620
Pop. 301,578
Independence, MO
$112,030
Pop. 123,011
Springfield, MO
$108,076
Pop. 169,176

How to Become a Petroleum Engineer in Columbia

Education

Most petroleum engineer positions require a bachelor's degree. Columbia and the surrounding Missouri 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 Columbia may vary based on local industry and population growth.