What are the main factors that influence a Drilling Operations Superintendent's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Drilling Operations Superintendent's salary?

A Drilling Operations Superintendent's salary grows with experience: a Drilling Foreman (0-3 years)earns $145,307, a Drilling Operations Superintendent (3-5 years)earns $206,106, a Drilling and Production Director (5+ years)earns $275,264, a Senior Vice President of Drilling Operations (5+ years)earns $430,916,

What are the highest paying states for a Drilling Operations Superintendent?

Drilling Operations Superintendent salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Drilling Operations Superintendent roles are District of Columbia $206,200, California $205,400, Massachusetts $202,600. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Drilling Operations Superintendent roles make?

Salaries for Drilling Operations Superintendent level roles vary by specialization: Drilling Operations Executive: $389,200; SVP of Drilling Operations: $389,194; Drilling Operations Director: $248,613; Drilling Operations Manager: $186,151; Oil and Gas Operations Superintendent: $158,000.

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Drilling Operations Superintendent Salary in District of Columbia

How much does a Drilling Operations Superintendent make in District of Columbia?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Drilling Operations Superintendent in District of Columbia is $206,200 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $99.

However, a Drilling Operations Superintendent's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $232,946
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $187,500 to $220,200
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $170,475

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Drilling Operations Superintendent Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$220,200	$18,350	$4,235	$106
Average	$206,200	$17,183	$3,965	$99
25th Percentile	$187,500	$15,625	$3,606	$90

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Key Factors That Influence Drilling Operations Superintendent Salaries

A Drilling Operations Superintendent's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location, and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Drilling Operations Superintendent Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Drilling Operations Superintendent's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Drilling Foreman (0-3 years): $145,307
Drilling Operations Superintendent (3-5 years): $206,106
Drilling and Production Director (5+ years): $275,264
Senior Vice President of Drilling Operations (5+ years): $430,916

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Drilling Foreman	0-3 years	$145,307
Drilling Operations Superintendent	3-5 years	$206,106
Drilling and Production Director	5+ years	$275,264
Senior Vice President of Drilling Operations	5+ years	$430,916

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How Do Drilling Operations Superintendent Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Drilling Operations Superintendents. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $206,200.
California: $205,400.
Massachusetts: $202,600.

District of Columbia $206,200 California $205,400 Massachusetts $202,600 Washington $201,900 New Jersey $201,800 Alaska $201,600 Connecticut $199,000 New York $197,900

Hawaii $194,600 Rhode Island $193,100 Maryland $192,000 Minnesota $190,500 Colorado $190,000 Illinois $189,800 Oregon $189,100 Delaware $188,600

New Hampshire $188,200 Virginia $187,500 Pennsylvania $185,400 Nevada $184,300 North Dakota $183,900 Michigan $183,400 Wisconsin $183,200 Vermont $182,800

Texas $181,600 Maine $181,500 Arizona $181,400 Ohio $181,300 Georgia $179,600 Indiana $178,700 Wyoming $178,600 Utah $178,300

Iowa $178,200 Kansas $177,300 Louisiana $177,000 North Carolina $176,900 Missouri $176,900 Florida $176,200 Montana $175,800 Nebraska $175,400

Kentucky $175,200 South Carolina $174,500 Tennessee $174,000 Idaho $173,800 New Mexico $172,500 Oklahoma $172,200 Alabama $171,100 South Dakota $169,200

Arkansas $168,200 West Virginia $167,700 Mississippi $166,100

Top Paying Cities for Drilling Operations Superintendents

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Parcel Return Service: $205,000
Washington: $205,000
Naval Anacost Annex: $205,000

Parcel Return Service, DC $205,000 Washington, DC $205,000 Naval Anacost Annex, DC $205,000 Washington Navy Yard, DC $205,000

Drilling Operations Superintendent Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Drilling Operations Superintendent salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $239,960. While startup companies pay approximate $203,117.

Drilling Operations Superintendent Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$203,117
Growth Stage	51~500	$214,760
Established	501~5000	$231,798
Enterprise	5000+	$239,960

Drilling Operations Superintendent Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Drilling Operations Superintendent's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

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$187,500

Average $206,200/year

$220,200

$15,625

Average $17,183/month

$18,350

$3,606

Average $3,965/week

$4,235

$90

Average $99/hour

$106

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$220,200	$18,350	$4,235	$106
Average	$206,200	$17,183	$3,965	$99
25th Percentile	$187,500	$15,625	$3,606	$90

Drilling Operations Superintendent Salary Growth & Career Path

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For a Drilling Operations Superintendent, the most direct path to higher earnings is advancing to the Drilling and Production Director role. This promotion typically comes with a significant pay increase, bringing the average annual salary to $275,300 - a projected growth of 34% over your current level.

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