As of November 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Entry Level Petroleum Engineer in Madison, WI is $104,614, equivalent to $50 per hour, $2,012 weekly, or $8,718 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 Madison, WI vary widely, spanning from $83,611 to $119,057. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($93,620) and 75th percentile ($112,174), while top earners (90th percentile) make $119,057 per year. This $18,554 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, Madison Entry Level Petroleum Engineer often earn 0.2% lower than national averages. However, Madison currently ranks 406 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 $83,611 Madison, WI November 01, 2026
25th Percentile Entry Level Petroleum Engineer Salary $93,620 Madison, WI November 01, 2026
50th Percentile Entry Level Petroleum Engineer Salary $104,614 Madison, WI November 01, 2026
75th Percentile Entry Level Petroleum Engineer Salary $112,174 Madison, WI November 01, 2026
90th Percentile Entry Level Petroleum Engineer Salary $119,057 Madison, WI November 01, 2026
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    Entry Level Petroleum Engineer

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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About Madison, Wisconsin    Madison is located in the center of Dane County in south-central Wisconsin, 77 miles (124 km) west of Milwaukee and 122 miles (196 km) northwest of Ch....More

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