Petroleum Engineer salary in the United States

Average salary

$130,500/yr

Based on 603 income tax records

$27,500

$336,500

Age:

Average salary by age

18-25

26-35

36-45

46-55

56+

$105K

$135K

$150K

$157K

$145K

$27,500

$336,500

How much do Petroleum Engineers make?

The average total salary for a Petroleum Engineer is $130,500 per year. This is based on data from 603 TurboTax users who reported their occupation as Petroleum Engineer and includes taxable wages, tips, bonuses, and more. Petroleum Engineer salary can vary between $27,500 to $336,500 depending on factors including education, skills, experience, employer & location. Read more

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Petroleum Engineer salary by location

Petroleum Engineer salary by company

Apache, Harris County, TX

12 income tax records

$179,500/yr

$135K – $370K

Chevron, Harris County, TX

19 income tax records

$168,500/yr

$109K – $328K

Petroleum Engineer demographics in United States

44% are single

56% are married

35% have kids

61% own a home

Effective Tax Rates for Petroleum Engineers in United States

603 full-time salaries from 2019

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What is the average salary for a petroleum engineer in the United States?

The average salary for a petroleum engineer in the United States is $130,500 per year. Petroleum engineer salaries in the United States can vary between $27,500 to $336,500 and depend on various factors, including skills, experience, employer, bonuses, tips, and more.

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Where is this data coming from?

This data is exclusive to Mint Salary and is based on 603 tax returns from TurboTax customers who reported their occupation as petroleum engineer.

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Which cities offer the highest salaries for petroleum engineers in the United States?

The following cities offer the highest salaries for petroleum engineers in the United States: Houston Metro Area, TX ($158,000 a year), Denver Metro Area, CO ($150,500 a year), and Dallas Metro Area, TX ($148,000 a year).

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