Engineering Mesa, AZ Pop. 504,258

Petroleum Engineer Salary in Mesa, Arizona

The median petroleum engineer salary in Mesa, AZ is $127,846 per year, which is 3% below the national median and 0.0% above the Arizona state average.

City Median
$127,846
vs State Avg
+$0
vs National
$-3,954
Cost of Living
97%

Petroleum Engineer Salary in Mesa by Experience

In Mesa, an entry-level petroleum engineer earns around $81,480, while experienced professionals earn up to $189,150 per year. The local cost of living index is 97% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$81,480
$-2,520 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$129,980
$-4,020 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$189,150
$-5,850 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Mesa, AZ

Percentile Mesa
10th Percentile $77,600
25th Percentile $98,940
Median (50th) $127,846
75th Percentile $162,960
90th Percentile $195,940

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How to Become a Petroleum Engineer in Mesa

Education

Most petroleum engineer positions require a bachelor's degree. Mesa and the surrounding Arizona area have institutions offering relevant programs.

Key Skills

Reservoir EngineeringDrillingGeologySimulation SoftwareProject ManagementData Analysis

Job Outlook

Nationally, petroleum engineer employment is projected to grow 8% over the next decade (faster than average). Demand in Mesa may vary based on local industry and population growth.