Petroleum Engineers Salary in Alaska

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Alaska nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $174,440 +23.5% vs national
Median hourly $83.87
10th percentile $107,970
90th percentile —
Employed locally 80
National median $141,280

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $107,970
    25th
    $138,540
    50th (median)
    $174,440
    75th
    $211,440

    Top-paying metros for Petroleum Engineers

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Anchorage, AK $205,380
    Alaska $200,750
    Amarillo, TX $199,990
    Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos, TX $184,250
    High Desert Utah nonmetropolitan area $178,010
    Salt Lake City-Murray, UT $174,410

    Related occupations in Alaska

    OccupationMedian salary
    Civil Engineers $116,680
    Mining and Geological Engineers, Including Mining Safety Engineers $109,520
    Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians $86,910
    Electronics Engineers, Except Computer $104,180
    Engineers, All Other $138,340
    Surveying and Mapping Technicians $73,570

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Petroleum Engineers make per hour in Alaska?

    The median hourly wage for Petroleum Engineers in Alaska is $83.87, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $132.57 or more per hour.

    Is Alaska above or below average for Petroleum Engineers salaries?

    The median Petroleum Engineers salary in Alaska is 23.5% above the national median of $141,280. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Petroleum Engineers in Alaska?

    Entry-level Petroleum Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $107,970 per year in Alaska. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $138,540.