Petroleum Engineer Salary in Louisiana
Explore petroleum engineer salaries in Louisiana including median pay, entry-level and senior compensation, and how it compares to the national average.
Median Salary in LA
$87,720
Monthly: $7,310
Biweekly: $3,374
Entry Level
$53,455
Monthly: $4,455
Biweekly: $2,056
Senior Level
$119,930
Monthly: $9,994
Biweekly: $4,613
Job Growth
15%
Projected 10-year growth
Salary Breakdown
| Pay Period | Entry Level | Median | Senior |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual | $53,455 | $87,720 | $119,930 |
| Monthly | $4,455 | $7,310 | $9,994 |
| Biweekly | $2,056 | $3,374 | $4,613 |
| Weekly | $1,028 | $1,687 | $2,306 |
| Hourly | $26 | $42 | $58 |
LA vs National Comparison
National Median
$103,200
LA Median
$87,720
Difference
-$15,480
Multiplier
0.85x
About This Career
Design and develop oil and gas extraction and processing systems.
Education
Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering; PE license recommended
Key Skills
Reservoir EngineeringDrillingProduction SystemsCost Analysis
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