Petroleum Engineer Salary in Illinois
Explore petroleum engineer salaries in Illinois including median pay, entry-level and senior compensation, and how it compares to the national average.
Median Salary in IL
$108,360
Monthly: $9,030
Biweekly: $4,168
Entry Level
$66,032
Monthly: $5,503
Biweekly: $2,540
Senior Level
$148,149
Monthly: $12,346
Biweekly: $5,698
Job Growth
15%
Projected 10-year growth
Salary Breakdown
| Pay Period | Entry Level | Median | Senior |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual | $66,032 | $108,360 | $148,149 |
| Monthly | $5,503 | $9,030 | $12,346 |
| Biweekly | $2,540 | $4,168 | $5,698 |
| Weekly | $1,270 | $2,084 | $2,849 |
| Hourly | $32 | $52 | $71 |
IL vs National Comparison
National Median
$103,200
IL Median
$108,360
Difference
+$5,160
Multiplier
1.05x
About This Career
Design and develop oil and gas extraction and processing systems.
Education
Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering; PE license recommended
Key Skills
Reservoir EngineeringDrillingProduction SystemsCost Analysis
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