Petroleum Engineers Salary in Washington
Petroleum Engineers in Washington earn a median of $134,800 a year, −7% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $134,800
- vs. U.S. median
- −7% ($144,910)
- Rank among states
- 8 of 16
- Jobs in the state
- 190
Pay range in Washington
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $107,690; the top 10% earn over $184,360. Nationally the range is $81,440 to $253,200.
States ranked near Washington
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Petroleum Engineers pay in Washington
How much do petroleum engineers make in Washington?
The median is $134,800 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $107,690 and the top 10% earn over $184,360. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Washington a good state for petroleum engineers?
On pay alone it ranks 8 of 16 (−7% vs. the national median of $144,910). Living costs are not included.