Virginia, VA · 2026
Petroleum Engineers Salary in Virginia (2026)
Average across 4 cities · Based on BLS data · Updated 2026
State Average
$148,367
per year
State Median
$135,486
per year
vs National Average
+0%
national avg: $148,590
25th %ile
$103,864
Entry
Average
$148,367
State avg
75th %ile
$176,724
Senior
Petroleum Engineers Salary by City in Virginia
| City | Avg Salary | vs State Avg | YoY Growth |
|---|---|---|---|
| Virginia Beach, VA | $151,264 | +2% | +2.9% |
| Richmond, VA | $149,481 | +1% | +6.5% |
| Chesapeake, VA | $146,806 | -1% | +2% |
| Norfolk, VA | $145,915 | -2% | +2.1% |
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See how Petroleum Engineers salaries stack up across Virginia cities.