Petroleum Engineers Salary in Louisiana
Petroleum Engineers in Louisiana earn a median of $139,640 a year, −4% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $139,640
- vs. U.S. median
- −4% ($144,910)
- Rank among states
- 7 of 16
- Jobs in the state
- 710
Pay range in Louisiana
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $43,440; the top 10% earn over $221,800. Nationally the range is $81,440 to $253,200.
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Petroleum Engineers pay in Louisiana
How much do petroleum engineers make in Louisiana?
The median is $139,640 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $43,440 and the top 10% earn over $221,800. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Louisiana a good state for petroleum engineers?
On pay alone it ranks 7 of 16 (−4% vs. the national median of $144,910). Living costs are not included.