Earth Drillers, Except Oil and Gas Salary (2025)
Based on 19,450 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $44,460 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $49,900 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $60,190 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $72,450 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $83,800 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$44K
25th
$50K
Median
$60K
75th
$72K
90th
$84K
Highest Paying States for Earth Drillers, Except Oil and Gas
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| New Jersey | $82,890 |
| Illinois | $81,990 |
| Washington | $81,380 |
| Alaska | $77,300 |
| Montana | $72,910 |
| California | $69,450 |
| Wisconsin | $69,410 |
| New Hampshire | $69,120 |
| South Carolina | $68,660 |
| Colorado | $68,280 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Earth Drillers, Except Oil and Gas salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is New Jersey at an average of $82,890 per year, while Colorado has an average of $68,280 — a difference of $14,610. 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 Earth Drillers, Except Oil and Gas
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 19,450 workers were employed as Earth Drillers, Except 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 $62,830 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 47-5023