Petroleum Engineer
H-1B Salary Data · 12 certified filings
$133,051Avg. Salary
$98,072Minimum
$170,000Maximum
According to TheRealSalaries.com analysis of official US Department of Labor filings (October 2024 - December 2025), the average H-1B salary for Petroleum Engineer is $133,051 — 9% above the national median H-1B salary of $121,514. Based on 12 certified filings across all employers.
Section 1
What is the average H-1B salary for Petroleum Engineer?
The average H-1B salary for Petroleum Engineer is $133,051 based on 12 certified filings with the US Department of Labor. Salaries range from $98,072 to $170,000.
$133,051
Average
$98,072
Minimum
$170,000
Maximum
12
Filings
Section 2
Petroleum Engineer Salaries by City
| City | Avg. Salary | Filings |
|---|---|---|
| Houston, TX | $136,464 | 7 |
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Section 3
Pay for this role varies by DOL wage level — see the H-1B wage levels I–IV explained with prevailing wage data per level.
Source: US Department of Labor LCA Disclosure Data. Category: Engineering. Updated: Q1 FY2025.