As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Entry Level Petroleum Engineer in Fort Wayne, IN is $98,933, equivalent to $48 per hour, $1,903 weekly, or $8,244 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Entry Level Petroleum Engineer in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Entry Level Petroleum Engineer in Fort Wayne, IN vary widely, spanning from $78,928 to $112,603. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($88,462) and 75th percentile ($106,088), while top earners (90th percentile) make $112,603 per year. This $17,626 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or FOCUS, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Fort Wayne Entry Level Petroleum Engineer often earn 2.8% lower than national averages. However, Fort Wayne currently ranks 634 statewide for Entry Level Petroleum Engineer job salary. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Entry Level Petroleum Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Entry Level Petroleum Engineer Salary $78,928 Fort Wayne, IN May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Entry Level Petroleum Engineer Salary $88,462 Fort Wayne, IN May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Entry Level Petroleum Engineer Salary $98,933 Fort Wayne, IN May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Entry Level Petroleum Engineer Salary $106,088 Fort Wayne, IN May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Entry Level Petroleum Engineer Salary $112,603 Fort Wayne, IN May 01, 2026
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  1. This Job:

    Entry Level Petroleum Engineer

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Drilling Engineer II

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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About Fort Wayne, Indiana    Fort Wayne is a city in the U.S. state of Indiana and the seat of Allen County, United States. Located in northeastern Indiana, the city is 18 miles (....More

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