Petroleum Engineers Salary in New Mexico
Petroleum Engineers in New Mexico earn a median of $99,900 a year, −31% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $99,900
- vs. U.S. median
- −31% ($144,910)
- Rank among states
- 14 of 16
- Jobs in the state
- 260
Pay range in New Mexico
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $76,140; the top 10% earn over $151,750. Nationally the range is $81,440 to $253,200.
States ranked near New Mexico
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Petroleum Engineers pay in New Mexico
How much do petroleum engineers make in New Mexico?
The median is $99,900 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $76,140 and the top 10% earn over $151,750. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is New Mexico a good state for petroleum engineers?
On pay alone it ranks 14 of 16 (−31% vs. the national median of $144,910). Living costs are not included.