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Petroleum Technologist

Average Petroleum Technologist Salary

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$100,958
/ year

Avg. Base Salary (USD)
10%
$62k
MEDIAN
$101k
90%
$169k

The average salary for a Petroleum Technologist is $100,958 in 2025

Base Salary
$62k - $169k
Bonus
$1k - $46k
Profit Sharing
$101 - $43k
Commission
$0 - $52k
Total Pay
$60k - $191k
Based on 434 salary profiles (last updated Oct 05 2022)
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4 out of 5
(72)
Highly Satisfied
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Common Health Benefits for a Petroleum Technologist

Medical
91%
Dental
83%
Vision
78%
None
9%

Gender Breakdown for Petroleum Technologists

Male
81.4%
Female
17.6%
Prefer to self-define
1.1%
This data is based on 188 survey responses. Learn more about the gender pay gap.
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FAQs About Petroleum Technologists

What is the highest pay for Petroleum Technologists?

Our data indicates that the highest pay for a Petroleum Technologist is $169k / year

What is the lowest pay for Petroleum Technologists?

Our data indicates that the lowest pay for a Petroleum Technologist is $62k / year

How can Petroleum Technologists increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Petroleum Technologist is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Petroleum Technologist that oversees more junior Petroleum Technologists, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.

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