As of June 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Petrophysicist in District of Columbia is $137,247, equivalent to $66 per hour, $2,639 weekly, or $11,437 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Petrophysicist in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Petrophysicist in District of Columbia vary widely, spanning from $108,996 to $161,023. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($122,459) and 75th percentile ($149,692), while top earners (90th percentile) make $161,023 per year. This $27,233 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or Data Analysis, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Petrophysicist often earn 10.7% higher than national averages due to demand from Fortune 0 companies. However, District of Columbia currently ranks 1 nationwide for Petrophysicist 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
Petrophysicist Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Petrophysicist Salary $108,996 DC June 01, 2026
25th Percentile Petrophysicist Salary $122,459 DC June 01, 2026
50th Percentile Petrophysicist Salary $137,247 DC June 01, 2026
75th Percentile Petrophysicist Salary $149,692 DC June 01, 2026
90th Percentile Petrophysicist Salary $161,023 DC June 01, 2026
25% $122,459 10% $108,996 90% $161,023 75% $149,692 $137,247 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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Location Naval Anacost Annex, DC Avg. Salary $142,297 Date Updated June 01, 2026
Location Parcel Return Service, DC Avg. Salary $142,302 Date Updated June 01, 2026
Location Washington, DC Avg. Salary $142,304 Date Updated June 01, 2026
Location Washington Navy Yard, DC Avg. Salary $142,302 Date Updated June 01, 2026
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