Petroleum Engineers Salary in Louisiana
Ranked #8 of 16 · LA
12% below U.S. average
Mean annual salary $138,270 ≈ $66/hr
Median annual salary $139,640
Employment 710
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
P10 $43,440P25 $89,880 Median $139,640P75 $178,810P90 $221,800
About 80% of petroleum engineerss in Louisiana earn between $43,440 and $221,800. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean petroleum engineers salary in Louisiana is $138,270, about 12% below the U.S. average ($157,150). That works out to roughly $66/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Louisiana
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans-Metairie, LA | $148,390 | $153,850 | 320 |