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Petroleum engineer salary in California

How much does a Petroleum Engineer make in California?

Average base salary

$135,855
7%
below national average
Average $135,855
Low $92,410
High $199,726

The average salary for a petroleum engineer is $135,855 per year in California. 12 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated May 11, 2026).

Highest paying companies for Petroleum Engineer in California

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
AECOM
 
$185,000per year
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California Resources Corporati...
 
$175,000per year
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Aera Energy LLC
 
$166,000per year
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AppleOne
 
$165,000per year
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City of Long Beach, CA
 
$160,930per year
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Pacific Gas and Electric
 
$149,025per year
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Highest paying cities for Petroleum Engineers near California

  1. Denver, CO
    $171,678 per year
  2. Houston, TX
    $167,899 per year
  3. Middletown, CA
    $162,355 per year
  4. Midland, TX
    $128,962 per year
  5. Dallas, TX
    $128,737 per year

Where can a Petroleum Engineer earn more?

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