Petroleum Engineers Salary in Eastern New Mexico

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Eastern New Mexico nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $128,390 -9.1% vs national
Median hourly $61.73
10th percentile $73,580
90th percentile $188,970
Employed locally 280
National median $141,280

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $73,580
    25th
    $90,700
    50th (median)
    $128,390
    75th
    $139,920
    90th
    $188,970

    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
    Alaska nonmetropolitan area $174,440

    Related occupations in Eastern New Mexico

    OccupationMedian salary
    Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians$73,820
    Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians$54,850
    Engineers, All Other$113,030
    Surveying and Mapping Technicians$54,610
    Civil Engineers$101,910
    Health and Safety Engineers, Except Mining Safety Engineers and Inspectors$82,690

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Petroleum Engineers make per hour in Eastern New Mexico?

    The median hourly wage for Petroleum Engineers in Eastern New Mexico is $61.73, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $65.44 or more per hour.

    Is Eastern New Mexico above or below average for Petroleum Engineers salaries?

    The median Petroleum Engineers salary in Eastern New Mexico is 9.1% below 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 Eastern New Mexico?

    Entry-level Petroleum Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $73,580 per year in Eastern New Mexico. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $90,700.