Petroleum Engineers Salary in New Mexico
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 2 metro areas • New Mexico
Petroleum Engineers in New Mexico earn a median salary of $115,075 per year on average across 2 metro and nonmetro areas, -18.5% vs the national median of $141,280. An estimated 340 petroleum engineers are employed across New Mexico, with salaries ranging from $101,760 to $128,390 depending on location.
$115,075
Avg median salary in New Mexico
$128,390
Highest paying metro
$101,760
Lowest paying metro
340
Employed in New Mexico
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inPetroleum Engineers salaries by city in New Mexico
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eastern New Mexico | $128,390 | $90,700 | $139,920 | 280 |
| Farmington, NM | $101,760 | $87,630 | $125,320 | 60 |