Petroleum Engineer Salary in Virginia
Explore petroleum engineer salaries in Virginia including median pay, entry-level and senior compensation, and how it compares to the national average.
Median Salary in VA
$111,456
Monthly: $9,288
Biweekly: $4,287
Entry Level
$67,919
Monthly: $5,660
Biweekly: $2,612
Senior Level
$152,382
Monthly: $12,699
Biweekly: $5,861
Job Growth
15%
Projected 10-year growth
Salary Breakdown
| Pay Period | Entry Level | Median | Senior |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual | $67,919 | $111,456 | $152,382 |
| Monthly | $5,660 | $9,288 | $12,699 |
| Biweekly | $2,612 | $4,287 | $5,861 |
| Weekly | $1,306 | $2,143 | $2,930 |
| Hourly | $33 | $54 | $73 |
VA vs National Comparison
National Median
$103,200
VA Median
$111,456
Difference
+$8,256
Multiplier
1.08x
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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