What are the main factors that influence a Reservoir Engineer's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Reservoir Engineer's salary?

A Reservoir Engineer's salary grows with experience: a Reservoir Engineer (0-2 years)earns $78,990, a Civil Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $96,195, a Civil Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $112,743, a Civil Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $132,031, a Civil Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $157,722,

What are the highest paying states for a Reservoir Engineer?

Reservoir Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Reservoir Engineer roles are District of Columbia $84,157, California $83,838, Massachusetts $82,720. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Reservoir Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Reservoir Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Reservoir Engineer VI: $292,498; Expert Reservoir Engineer: $264,700; Reservoir Engineer V: $264,606; Specialist Reservoir Engineer: $230,000; Reservoir Engineer IV: $229,970.

Reservoir Engineer Salary in Hawaii

How much does a Reservoir Engineer make in Hawaii?

As of March 01, 2026, the average salary for a Reservoir Engineer in Hawaii is $79,445 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $38.

However, a Reservoir Engineer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $91,256
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $73,899 to $85,627
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $68,849

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Reservoir Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$85,627	$7,136	$1,647	$41
Average	$79,445	$6,620	$1,528	$38
25th Percentile	$73,899	$6,158	$1,421	$36

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Key Factors That Influence Reservoir Engineer Salaries

A Reservoir Engineer's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Reservoir Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Reservoir Engineer's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $78,990
Early Career (1-2 years): $96,195
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $112,743
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $132,031
Expert (over 8 years): $157,722

Levels	Salary
Reservoir... Level Reservoir Engineer	$78,990
Civil Eng... Level Reservoir Engineer	$96,195
Civil Eng... Level Reservoir Engineer	$112,743
Civil Eng... Level Reservoir Engineer	$132,031
Civil Eng... Level Reservoir Engineer	$157,722

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How Do Reservoir Engineer Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Reservoir Engineers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $84,157.
California: $83,838.
Massachusetts: $82,720.

District of Columbia $84,157 California $83,838 Massachusetts $82,720 Washington $82,416 New Jersey $82,386 Alaska $82,280 Connecticut $81,231 New York $80,805

Hawaii $79,445 Rhode Island $78,806 Maryland $78,373 Minnesota $77,780 Colorado $77,552 Illinois $77,476 Oregon $77,187 Delaware $76,974

New Hampshire $76,840 Virginia $76,541 Pennsylvania $75,667 Nevada $75,226 North Dakota $75,082 Michigan $74,854 Wisconsin $74,770 Vermont $74,603

Texas $74,139 Maine $74,109 Arizona $74,063 Ohio $74,010 Georgia $73,311 Indiana $72,961 Wyoming $72,893 Utah $72,786

Iowa $72,741 Kansas $72,376 Louisiana $72,269 North Carolina $72,231 Missouri $72,216 Florida $71,920 Montana $71,760 Nebraska $71,608

Kentucky $71,524 South Carolina $71,220 Tennessee $71,030 Idaho $70,954 New Mexico $70,399 Oklahoma $70,278 Alabama $69,829 South Dakota $69,077

Arkansas $68,666 West Virginia $68,446 Mississippi $67,785

Top Paying Cities for Reservoir Engineers

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Aiea: $79,042
Anahola: $78,510
Captain Cook: $78,510

Aiea, HI $79,042 Anahola, HI $78,510 Captain Cook, HI $78,510 Eleele, HI $78,510 Ewa Beach, HI $79,042 Kapolei, HI $78,867 Haiku, HI $78,510 Hakalau, HI $78,510

Haleiwa, HI $78,510 Hana, HI $78,510 Hanalei, HI $78,510 Hanamaulu, HI $78,510 Hanapepe, HI $78,510 Hauula, HI $78,684 Hawaii National Park, HI $78,510 Hawi, HI $78,510

Hilo, HI $78,510 Princeville, HI $78,510 Holualoa, HI $78,510 Honaunau, HI $78,510 Honokaa, HI $78,510 Honomu, HI $78,510 Hoolehua, HI $78,510 Kaaawa, HI $78,829

Kahuku, HI $78,510 Kahului, HI $78,510 Kailua, HI $79,042 Ocean View, HI $78,510 Waikoloa, HI $78,510 Keauhou, HI $78,510 Kailua Kona, HI $78,510 Kalaheo, HI $78,510

Kalaupapa, HI $78,510 Kamuela, HI $78,510 Kaneohe, HI $79,042 Kapaa, HI $78,510 Kaumakani, HI $78,510 Kaunakakai, HI $78,510 Keaau, HI $78,510 Kealakekua, HI $78,510

Kealia, HI $78,510 Kekaha, HI $78,510 Kihei, HI $78,510 Kilauea, HI $78,510 Kapaau, HI $78,510 Koloa, HI $78,510 Kualapuu, HI $78,510 Kunia, HI $78,791

Kurtistown, HI $78,510 Lahaina, HI $78,510 Laie, HI $78,578 Lanai City, HI $78,510 Laupahoehoe, HI $78,510 Lawai, HI $78,510 Lihue, HI $78,510 Makawao, HI $78,510

Makaweli, HI $78,510 Maunaloa, HI $78,510 Mountain View, HI $78,510 Naalehu, HI $78,510 Ninole, HI $78,510 Ookala, HI $78,510 Paauilo, HI $78,510 Pahala, HI $78,510

Pahoa, HI $78,510 Paia, HI $78,510 Papaaloa, HI $78,510 Papaikou, HI $78,510 Pearl City, HI $79,042 Pepeekeo, HI $78,510 Puunene, HI $78,510 Volcano, HI $78,510

Wahiawa, HI $78,791 Pukalani, HI $78,510 Mililani, HI $78,897 Kula, HI $78,510 Waialua, HI $78,510 Waianae, HI $78,578 Wailuku, HI $78,510 Waimanalo, HI $79,042

Waimea, HI $78,510 Waipahu, HI $79,004 Honolulu, HI $79,042 J B P H H, HI $79,042 Wheeler Army Airfield, HI $78,829 Schofield Barracks, HI $78,760 Fort Shafter, HI $79,042 Tripler Army Medical Center, HI $79,042

Camp H M Smith, HI $79,042 M C B H Kaneohe Bay, HI $79,004 Wake Island, HI $79,042

Reservoir Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Reservoir Engineer's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on March 01, 2026

$73,899

Average $79,445/year

$85,627

$6,158

Average $6,620/month

$7,136

$1,421

Average $1,528/week

$1,647

$36

Average $38/hour

$41

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$85,627	$7,136	$1,647	$41
Average	$79,445	$6,620	$1,528	$38
25th Percentile	$73,899	$6,158	$1,421	$36

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