Petroleum Engineers Salary in California

Median Salary

$143,590

per year

Hourly Rate

$69.03

per hour

Employment

1,060

in California

vs. National Avg

-0.9%

National: $144,910

📊 Compared to the national median of $144,910, California pays 0.9% LESS for Petroleum Engineers positions.

Purchasing Power

$129,711

cost-adjusted value

Cost of Living

110.7

11% above national avg

Rent/Income

19%

Affordable

Salary Distribution in California

10th

$61,780

25th

$126,500

Median

$143,590

75th

$171,980

90th

$207,370

Data Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS).