Engineering Scottsdale, AZ Pop. 241,361

Petroleum Engineer Salary in Scottsdale, Arizona

The median petroleum engineer salary in Scottsdale, AZ is $147,616 per year, which is 12.0% above the national median and 15.5% above the Arizona state average.

City Median
$147,616
vs State Avg
+$19,770
vs National
+$15,816
Cost of Living
112%

Petroleum Engineer Salary in Scottsdale by Experience

In Scottsdale, an entry-level petroleum engineer earns around $94,080, while experienced professionals earn up to $218,400 per year. The local cost of living index is 112% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$94,080
+$10,080 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$150,080
+$16,080 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$218,400
+$23,400 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Scottsdale, AZ

Percentile Scottsdale
10th Percentile $89,600
25th Percentile $114,240
Median (50th) $147,616
75th Percentile $188,160
90th Percentile $226,240

Petroleum Engineer Salary in Other Arizona Cities

How to Become a Petroleum Engineer in Scottsdale

Education

Most petroleum engineer positions require a bachelor's degree. Scottsdale 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 Scottsdale may vary based on local industry and population growth.