Derrick Operators, Oil and Gas Salary (2025)
Based on 10,590 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $43,380 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $49,880 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $58,620 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $71,610 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $81,800 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$43K
25th
$50K
Median
$59K
75th
$72K
90th
$82K
Highest Paying States for Derrick Operators, Oil and Gas
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| Louisiana | $77,630 |
| Alaska | $77,570 |
| North Dakota | $73,210 |
| Wyoming | $72,600 |
| Florida | $71,090 |
| Colorado | $65,740 |
| Utah | $62,950 |
| Pennsylvania | $59,480 |
| California | $59,400 |
| Oklahoma | $58,760 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Derrick Operators, Oil and Gas salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is Louisiana at an average of $77,630 per year, while Oklahoma has an average of $58,760 — a difference of $18,870. These geographic differences reflect variations in cost of living, demand, and local labor market conditions.
Highest Paying Metro Areas
Top cities by average annual wage
About Derrick Operators, Oil and Gas
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 10,590 workers were employed as Derrick Operators, Oil and Gass in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Construction and Extraction Occupations. The annual mean wage of $60,210 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 47-5011