As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Oil And Gas Engineer in the US is $144,136, equivalent to $69 per hour, $2,772 weekly, or $12,011 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Oil And Gas Engineer in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Oil And Gas Engineer in the US vary widely, spanning from $114,992 to $164,051. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($128,881) and 75th percentile ($154,560), while top earners (90th percentile) make $164,051 per year. This $25,679 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Communication Skills or MATLAB, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Oil And Gas Engineer often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 65 companies and industry startups. 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
Oil And Gas Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Oil And Gas Engineer Salary $114,992 US May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Oil And Gas Engineer Salary $128,881 US May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Oil And Gas Engineer Salary $144,136 US May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Oil And Gas Engineer Salary $154,560 US May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Oil And Gas Engineer Salary $164,051 US May 01, 2026
25% $128,881 10% $114,992 90% $164,051 75% $154,560 $144,136 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Oil And Gas Engineer

    0 - 2 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    2 - 4 years experience
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