As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Pipeline Engineer in the US is $71,752, equivalent to $34 per hour, $1,380 weekly, or $5,979 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Pipeline Engineer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Pipeline Engineer in the US vary widely, spanning from $52,894 to $82,158. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($61,881) and 75th percentile ($77,199), while top earners (90th percentile) make $82,158 per year. This $15,318 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Scheduling or Microsoft Word, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Pipeline Engineer often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 68 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
Pipeline Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Pipeline Engineer Salary $52,894 US January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Pipeline Engineer Salary $61,881 US January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Pipeline Engineer Salary $71,752 US January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Pipeline Engineer Salary $77,199 US January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Pipeline Engineer Salary $82,158 US January 01, 2026
25% $61,881 10% $52,894 90% $82,158 75% $77,199 $71,752 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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