Engineering Baton Rouge, LA Pop. 227,470

Petroleum Engineer Salary in Baton Rouge, Louisiana

The median petroleum engineer salary in Baton Rouge, LA is $121,256 per year, which is 8% below the national median and 1.1% above the Louisiana state average.

City Median
$121,256
vs State Avg
+$1,318
vs National
$-10,544
Cost of Living
92%

Petroleum Engineer Salary in Baton Rouge by Experience

In Baton Rouge, an entry-level petroleum engineer earns around $77,280, while experienced professionals earn up to $179,400 per year. The local cost of living index is 92% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$77,280
$-6,720 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$123,280
$-10,720 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$179,400
$-15,600 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Baton Rouge, LA

Percentile Baton Rouge
10th Percentile $73,600
25th Percentile $93,840
Median (50th) $121,256
75th Percentile $154,560
90th Percentile $185,840

Petroleum Engineer Salary in Other Louisiana Cities

New Orleans, LA
$129,164
Pop. 383,997
Lafayette, LA
$115,984
Pop. 121,374
Lake Charles, LA
$113,348
Pop. 80,000
Shreveport, LA
$112,030
Pop. 187,593

How to Become a Petroleum Engineer in Baton Rouge

Education

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