Petroleum Engineer Salary in Colorado
Explore petroleum engineer salaries in Colorado including median pay, entry-level and senior compensation, and how it compares to the national average.
Median Salary in CO
$105,264
Monthly: $8,772
Biweekly: $4,049
Entry Level
$64,146
Monthly: $5,346
Biweekly: $2,467
Senior Level
$143,916
Monthly: $11,993
Biweekly: $5,535
Job Growth
15%
Projected 10-year growth
Salary Breakdown
| Pay Period | Entry Level | Median | Senior |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual | $64,146 | $105,264 | $143,916 |
| Monthly | $5,346 | $8,772 | $11,993 |
| Biweekly | $2,467 | $4,049 | $5,535 |
| Weekly | $1,234 | $2,024 | $2,768 |
| Hourly | $31 | $51 | $69 |
CO vs National Comparison
National Median
$103,200
CO Median
$105,264
Difference
+$2,064
Multiplier
1.02x
About This Career
Design and develop oil and gas extraction and processing systems.
Education
Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Engineering; PE license recommended
Key Skills
Reservoir EngineeringDrillingProduction SystemsCost Analysis
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