Engineering Dover, DE Pop. 39,403

Petroleum Engineer Salary in Dover, Delaware

The median petroleum engineer salary in Dover, DE is $126,528 per year, which is 4% below the national median and 5% below the Delaware state average.

City Median
$126,528
vs State Avg
$-6,590
vs National
$-5,272
Cost of Living
96%

Petroleum Engineer Salary in Dover by Experience

In Dover, an entry-level petroleum engineer earns around $80,640, while experienced professionals earn up to $187,200 per year. The local cost of living index is 96% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$80,640
$-3,360 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$128,640
$-5,360 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$187,200
$-7,800 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Dover, DE

Percentile Dover
10th Percentile $76,800
25th Percentile $97,920
Median (50th) $126,528
75th Percentile $161,280
90th Percentile $193,920

Petroleum Engineer Salary in Other Delaware Cities

Wilmington, DE
$138,390
Pop. 70,898
Newark, DE
$134,436
Pop. 33,398
Bear, DE
$130,482
Pop. 21,000
Middletown, DE
$129,164
Pop. 22,350

How to Become a Petroleum Engineer in Dover

Education

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