Petroleum Engineers Salary in Virginia
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 2 metro areas • Virginia
Petroleum Engineers in Virginia earn a median salary of $115,900 per year on average across 2 metro and nonmetro areas, -18% vs the national median of $141,280. An estimated 210 petroleum engineers are employed across Virginia, with salaries ranging from $102,900 to $128,900 depending on location.
$115,900
Avg median salary in Virginia
$128,900
Highest paying metro
$102,900
Lowest paying metro
210
Employed in Virginia
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Petroleum Engineers salaries by city in Virginia
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northern West Virginia | $128,900 | $67,060 | $173,750 | 50 |
| West Virginia | $102,900 | $81,510 | $163,620 | 160 |