Petroleum Engineer U.S. Salary Data

$88,733
Low
National Average Salary
$124,300
$185,716
High

Average hourly rate $59.76

Average weekly pay $2,390

Average monthly pay $10,358

Our Petroleum Engineer salary data represents the current average and range for jobs in both the public and private sectors. Compensation will vary by industry, company size, and niche. Salaries do not include additional compensation, such as commissions or bonuses.

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