Helpers--Extraction Workers Salary (2025)
Based on 6,700 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $36,960 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $41,430 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $47,730 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $57,920 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $68,020 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$37K
25th
$41K
Median
$48K
75th
$58K
90th
$68K
Highest Paying States for Helpers--Extraction Workers
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| Kentucky | $66,890 |
| West Virginia | $65,770 |
| Wyoming | $62,870 |
| Virginia | $62,240 |
| Indiana | $60,110 |
| New Hampshire | $57,570 |
| New Mexico | $56,070 |
| New York | $55,890 |
| Alaska | $53,130 |
| Utah | $52,790 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Helpers--Extraction Workers salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is Kentucky at an average of $66,890 per year, while Utah has an average of $52,790 — a difference of $14,100. 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 Helpers--Extraction Workers
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 6,700 workers were employed as Helpers--Extraction Workerss in the United States as of May 2025. This occupation is classified under Construction and Extraction Occupations. The annual mean wage of $50,620 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 47-5081