Petroleum Engineers Salary in Utah
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 3 metro areas • Utah
Petroleum Engineers in Utah earn a median salary of $169,490 per year on average across 3 metro and nonmetro areas, +20% vs the national median of $141,280. An estimated 360 petroleum engineers are employed across Utah, with salaries ranging from $156,050 to $178,010 depending on location.
$169,490
Avg median salary in Utah
$178,010
Highest paying metro
$156,050
Lowest paying metro
360
Employed in Utah
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Petroleum Engineers salaries by city in Utah
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High Desert Utah | $178,010 | $166,290 | $180,820 | 160 |
| Salt Lake City, UT | $174,410 | $118,050 | $176,440 | 150 |
| Ogden, UT | $156,050 | $112,270 | $163,920 | 50 |