Petroleum Engineers Salary in Western Wyoming

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Western Wyoming nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $159,470 +12.9% vs national
Median hourly $76.67
10th percentile $82,830
90th percentile —
Employed locally 110
National median $141,280

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $82,830
    25th
    $122,590
    50th (median)
    $159,470
    75th
    $194,840

    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

    Related occupations in Western Wyoming

    OccupationMedian salary
    Civil Engineers$96,740
    Surveyors$77,180
    Electrical Engineers$118,040
    Industrial Engineers$132,850
    Engineers, All Other$139,700
    Civil Engineering Technologists and Technicians$54,570

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Petroleum Engineers make per hour in Western Wyoming?

    The median hourly wage for Petroleum Engineers in Western Wyoming is $76.67, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $118.88 or more per hour.

    Is Western Wyoming above or below average for Petroleum Engineers salaries?

    The median Petroleum Engineers salary in Western Wyoming is 12.9% 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 Western Wyoming?

    Entry-level Petroleum Engineers (10th percentile) earn around $82,830 per year in Western Wyoming. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $122,590.