Petroleum Engineers Salary in Louisiana
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 2 metro areas • Louisiana
Petroleum Engineers in Louisiana earn a median salary of $148,615 per year on average across 2 metro and nonmetro areas, +5.2% vs the national median of $141,280. An estimated 430 petroleum engineers are employed across Louisiana, with salaries ranging from $143,400 to $153,830 depending on location.
$148,615
Avg median salary in Louisiana
$153,830
Highest paying metro
$143,400
Lowest paying metro
430
Employed in Louisiana
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Petroleum Engineers salaries by city in Louisiana
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Charles, LA | $153,830 | $128,480 | $157,490 | 70 |
| New Orleans, LA | $143,400 | $123,720 | $172,570 | 360 |