Wages vary by employer and area of the country. The engineer's level of education, experience, and responsibility also affect wages.
Petroleum engineers who work full time may receive benefits. Typical benefits include sick leave, paid vacation, and health insurance. Some employers also provide a retirement plan.
Petroleum engineers (SOC 17-2171)
| Location |
Pay Period | |
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| 25% |
Median |
75% |
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| Illinois | Hourly | $34.53 | $62.51 | $75.23 |
| Yearly | $71,825 | $130,019 | $156,492 | |
| Shawnee National Forest Area | Hourly | $29.75 | $31.28 | $41.70 |
| Yearly | $61,887 | $65,054 | $86,742 | |
| United States | Hourly | $50.01 | $65.23 | $85.09 |
| Yearly | $104,020 | $135,690 | $176,990 | |