Petroleum Engineer Salary in Iowa
Explore petroleum engineer salaries in Iowa including median pay, entry-level and senior compensation, and how it compares to the national average.
Median Salary in IA
$84,624
Monthly: $7,052
Biweekly: $3,255
Entry Level
$51,568
Monthly: $4,297
Biweekly: $1,983
Senior Level
$115,697
Monthly: $9,641
Biweekly: $4,450
Job Growth
15%
Projected 10-year growth
Salary Breakdown
| Pay Period | Entry Level | Median | Senior |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual | $51,568 | $84,624 | $115,697 |
| Monthly | $4,297 | $7,052 | $9,641 |
| Biweekly | $1,983 | $3,255 | $4,450 |
| Weekly | $992 | $1,627 | $2,225 |
| Hourly | $25 | $41 | $56 |
IA vs National Comparison
National Median
$103,200
IA Median
$84,624
Difference
-$18,576
Multiplier
0.82x
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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