How much does a Petroleum Engineer earn in United States?

The estimated salary for Petroleum Engineer in United States ranges from USD 67,625 to USD 95,187 USD per year, depending on experience and location. Based on 214 job listings

Salary Guide

Petroleum Engineer Salary in United States

Based on 214 job listings - 2026

Average salary

$67,625 - $95,187

Median salary

$67,625 - $95,187

Lower rangeUpper range

Salary distribution by percentile

10th percentile$32K

25th percentile$40K

Median$68K

75th percentile$95K

90th percentile$109K

50% of professionals earn between $40,062 - $95,187 USD

The median salary is $67,625

Top cities

Houston41 job openings

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Petroleum Engineer

214 job openings

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The average salary for a Petroleum Engineer in United States is USD 67,625 - USD 95,187 per year in 2026. The median salary is USD 81,406 per year, based on 214 active job listings.

The cities with the most Petroleum Engineer job opportunities in United States are Houston, Dallas, Spring, Anchorage, Midland. Houston leads with 41 job openings.

Explore 214 Petroleum Engineer job listings in United States on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.