Engineering Nampa, ID Pop. 100,200

Petroleum Engineer Salary in Nampa, Idaho

The median petroleum engineer salary in Nampa, ID is $118,620 per year, which is 10% below the national median and 4.3% below the Idaho state average.

City Median
$118,620
vs State Avg
$-5,272
vs National
$-13,180
Cost of Living
90%

Petroleum Engineer Salary in Nampa by Experience

In Nampa, an entry-level petroleum engineer earns around $75,600, while experienced professionals earn up to $175,500 per year. The local cost of living index is 90% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$75,600
$-8,400 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$120,600
$-13,400 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$175,500
$-19,500 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Nampa, ID

Percentile Nampa
10th Percentile $72,000
25th Percentile $91,800
Median (50th) $118,620
75th Percentile $151,200
90th Percentile $181,800

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How to Become a Petroleum Engineer in Nampa

Education

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