Service Unit Operators, Oil and Gas Salary (2025)
Based on 43,140 employed workers · BLS OEWS May 2025
Salary Percentile Breakdown
| Percentile | Annual |
|---|---|
10th Percentile Bottom 10% | $38,940 |
25th Percentile Lower quarter | $47,480 |
50th PercentileMedian Median | $58,160 |
75th Percentile Upper quarter | $73,230 |
90th Percentile Top 10% | $97,560 |
Salary Distribution
Annual Salary Range
10th
$39K
25th
$47K
Median
$58K
75th
$73K
90th
$98K
Highest Paying States for Service Unit Operators, Oil and Gas
States with highest average wages · BLS May 2025
| State | Annual Mean |
|---|---|
| Alaska | $112,650 |
| Missouri | $86,280 |
| Montana | $77,060 |
| New Mexico | $71,680 |
| Colorado | $68,980 |
| California | $68,290 |
| Ohio | $68,110 |
| Wyoming | $67,820 |
| North Dakota | $64,310 |
| Oklahoma | $61,790 |
Geographic Salary Variation
Service Unit Operators, Oil and Gas salaries vary significantly across the United States. The highest paying state is Alaska at an average of $112,650 per year, while Oklahoma has an average of $61,790 — a difference of $50,860. 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 Service Unit Operators, Oil and Gas
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 43,140 workers were employed as Service Unit 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 $62,470 reflects data from employer surveys conducted by BLS.
Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 · SOC Code: 47-5013