Petroleum Engineers Salary in Northwest Colorado

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northwest Colorado nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $146,850 +3.9% vs national
Median hourly $70.60
10th percentile $132,960
90th percentile $189,390
Employed locally 50
National median $141,280

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $132,960
    25th
    $146,850
    50th (median)
    $146,850
    75th
    $189,390
    90th
    $189,390

    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

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    OccupationMedian salary
    Architects, Except Landscape and Naval $85,810
    Civil Engineers $101,440
    Architectural and Civil Drafters $58,640
    Surveyors $74,790
    Landscape Architects $63,320
    Surveying and Mapping Technicians $74,570

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Petroleum Engineers make per hour in Northwest Colorado?

    The median hourly wage for Petroleum Engineers in Northwest Colorado is $70.60, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $91.05 or more per hour.

    Is Northwest Colorado above or below average for Petroleum Engineers salaries?

    The median Petroleum Engineers salary in Northwest Colorado is 3.9% 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 Northwest Colorado?

    Entry-level Petroleum Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $132,960 per year in Northwest Colorado. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $146,850.