Engineering Lafayette, LA Pop. 121,374

Petroleum Engineer Salary in Lafayette, Louisiana

The median petroleum engineer salary in Lafayette, LA is $115,984 per year, which is 12% below the national median and 3.3% below the Louisiana state average.

City Median
$115,984
vs State Avg
$-3,954
vs National
$-15,816
Cost of Living
88%

Petroleum Engineer Salary in Lafayette by Experience

In Lafayette, an entry-level petroleum engineer earns around $73,920, while experienced professionals earn up to $171,600 per year. The local cost of living index is 88% of the national average.

Entry Level (0-2 yrs)
$73,920
$-10,080 vs national
Mid Level (3-7 yrs)
$117,920
$-16,080 vs national
Senior Level (8+ yrs)
$171,600
$-23,400 vs national

Salary Percentiles in Lafayette, LA

Percentile Lafayette
10th Percentile $70,400
25th Percentile $89,760
Median (50th) $115,984
75th Percentile $147,840
90th Percentile $177,760

Petroleum Engineer Salary in Other Louisiana Cities

New Orleans, LA
$129,164
Pop. 383,997
Baton Rouge, LA
$121,256
Pop. 227,470
Lake Charles, LA
$113,348
Pop. 80,000
Shreveport, LA
$112,030
Pop. 187,593

How to Become a Petroleum Engineer in Lafayette

Education

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