How much does a Petroleum Engineer earn in Nigeria?

The estimated salary for Petroleum Engineer in Nigeria ranges from NGN 1,020,000 to NGN 1,530,000 NGN per year, depending on experience and location. Based on 11 job listings

How much does a Petroleum Engineer earn in Nigeria?

The average salary for a Petroleum Engineer in Nigeria is NGN 1,127,500 - NGN 1,382,500 per year.

Salary Guide

Petroleum Engineer Salary in Nigeria

Based on 11 job listings - 2026

Average salary

₦1,020,000 - ₦1,530,000

Median salary

₦1,127,500 - ₦1,382,500

Lower rangeUpper range

Salary distribution by percentile

10th percentile₦785K

25th percentile₦1M

Median₦1M

75th percentile₦2M

90th percentile₦2M

50% of professionals earn between ₦1,020,000 - ₦1,530,000 NGN

The median salary is ₦1,235,000

Top cities

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Petroleum Engineer

11 job openings

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The average salary for a Petroleum Engineer in Nigeria is NGN 1,020,000 - NGN 1,530,000 per year in 2026. The median salary is NGN 1,255,000 per year, based on 11 active job listings.

The cities with the most Petroleum Engineer job opportunities in Nigeria are Lagos. Lagos leads with 3 job openings.

Explore 11 Petroleum Engineer job listings in Nigeria on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.