Best States for Petroleum Engineers Salaries
$141,280
National Median Salary
23
States Analyzed
Top 10 Highest Paying States
State Salary Comparison PRO
| Rank | State | Annual Median | Pay Premium | Location Quotient | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Alaska | $200,750 | +42.1% | — | 310 |
| 2 | Colorado | $167,540 | +18.6% | — | 1,140 |
| 3 | Utah | $166,580 | +17.9% | — | 380 |
| 4 | Tennessee | $164,240 | +16.3% | — | 50 |
| 5 | Texas | $153,200 | +8.4% | — | 10,640 |
| 6 | Wyoming | $152,770 | +8.1% | — | 320 |
| 7 | California | $147,780 | +4.6% | — | 1,190 |
| 8 | Oklahoma | $142,470 | +0.8% | — | 1,290 |
| 9 | New Jersey | $140,800 | -0.3% | — | 30 |
| 10 | Louisiana | $134,630 | -4.7% | — | 920 |
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