What are the main factors that influence a Drilling Rig Supervisor'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 Rig Supervisor's salary?

A Drilling Rig Supervisor's salary grows with experience: a Drilling Operations Team Lead (0-3 years)earns $82,748, a Drilling Rig Supervisor (3-5 years)earns $95,279, a Drilling Crew Foreman (5+ years)earns $120,810,

What are the highest paying states for a Drilling Rig Supervisor?

Drilling Rig Supervisor salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Drilling Rig Supervisor roles are District of Columbia $104,200, California $103,800, Massachusetts $102,400. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Drilling Rig Supervisor roles make?

Salaries for Drilling Rig Supervisor level roles vary by specialization: Drilling Rig Assistant: $173,069; Drilling Operations Supervisor: $131,238; Drilling Supervisor: $128,355; Rig Operations Manager: $119,300; Drilling Rig Manager: $119,290.

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Drilling Rig Supervisor Salary in Delaware

How much does a Drilling Rig Supervisor make in Delaware?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Drilling Rig Supervisor in Delaware is $95,300 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $46.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $117,079
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $79,500 to $106,700
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $65,115

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Drilling Rig Supervisor Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$106,700	$8,892	$2,052	$51
Average	$95,300	$7,942	$1,833	$46
25th Percentile	$79,500	$6,625	$1,529	$38

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Key Factors That Influence Drilling Rig Supervisor Salaries

A Drilling Rig Supervisor'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 Rig Supervisor Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Drilling Rig Supervisor'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 Operations Team Lead (0-3 years): $82,748
Drilling Rig Supervisor (3-5 years): $95,279
Drilling Crew Foreman (5+ years): $120,810

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Drilling Operations Team Lead	0-3 years	$82,748
Drilling Rig Supervisor	3-5 years	$95,279
Drilling Crew Foreman	5+ years	$120,810

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How Do Drilling Rig Supervisor 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 Rig Supervisors. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $104,200.
California: $103,800.
Massachusetts: $102,400.

District of Columbia $104,200 California $103,800 Massachusetts $102,400 Washington $102,100 New Jersey $102,000 Alaska $101,900 Connecticut $100,600 New York $100,100

Hawaii $98,400 Rhode Island $97,600 Maryland $97,100 Minnesota $96,300 Colorado $96,000 Illinois $95,900 Oregon $95,600 Delaware $95,300

New Hampshire $95,200 Virginia $94,800 Pennsylvania $93,700 Nevada $93,200 North Dakota $93,000 Michigan $92,700 Wisconsin $92,600 Vermont $92,400

Maine $91,800 Texas $91,800 Arizona $91,700 Ohio $91,700 Georgia $90,800 Indiana $90,400 Wyoming $90,300 Utah $90,100

Iowa $90,100 Kansas $89,600 Louisiana $89,500 North Carolina $89,500 Missouri $89,400 Florida $89,100 Montana $88,900 Nebraska $88,700

Kentucky $88,600 South Carolina $88,200 Tennessee $88,000 Idaho $87,900 New Mexico $87,200 Oklahoma $87,000 Alabama $86,500 South Dakota $85,600

Arkansas $85,000 West Virginia $84,800 Mississippi $84,000

Top Paying Cities for Drilling Rig Supervisors

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:

Lincoln: $94,900
Little Creek: $95,600
Magnolia: $95,500

Lincoln, DE $94,900 Little Creek, DE $95,600 Magnolia, DE $95,500 Milford, DE $95,100 Marydel, DE $95,300 Millsboro, DE $94,500 Millville, DE $94,600 Milton, DE $94,800

Nassau, DE $94,900 Ocean View, DE $94,600 Rehoboth Beach, DE $94,800 Seaford, DE $94,900 Selbyville, DE $94,500 Smyrna, DE $95,700 Viola, DE $95,200 Woodside, DE $95,500

Bear, DE $95,300 Newark, DE $95,200 Claymont, DE $95,400 Delaware City, DE $95,300 Hockessin, DE $95,200 Kirkwood, DE $95,300 Middletown, DE $95,300 Montchanin, DE $95,200

New Castle, DE $95,200 Odessa, DE $95,400 Port Penn, DE $95,400 Rockland, DE $95,200 Saint Georges, DE $95,300 Townsend, DE $95,500 Winterthur, DE $95,300 Lewes, DE $94,800

Wilmington, DE $95,200 Dover, DE $95,600 Dover Afb, DE $95,100 Bethany Beach, DE $94,500 Bethel, DE $94,600 Bridgeville, DE $94,900 Camden Wyoming, DE $95,300 Cheswold, DE $95,600

Clayton, DE $95,600 Dagsboro, DE $94,500 Delmar, DE $94,300 Ellendale, DE $94,600 Felton, DE $95,100 Fenwick Island, DE $94,500 Frankford, DE $94,300 Frederica, DE $95,200

Georgetown, DE $94,400 Greenwood, DE $94,900 Harbeson, DE $94,500 Harrington, DE $95,000 Hartly, DE $95,300 Houston, DE $94,900 Kenton, DE $95,600 Laurel, DE $94,400

Yorklyn, DE $95,200

Drilling Rig Supervisor Salary by Company Size: Startups vs. Enterprise

Drilling Rig Supervisor salary potential scales significantly with company size. Data shows that Enterprise companies (5,000+ employees) pay the highest average salary at around $110,903. While startup companies pay approximate $93,875.

Drilling Rig Supervisor Salary by Company Size

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$93,875
Growth Stage	51~500	$99,256
Established	501~5000	$107,131
Enterprise	5000+	$110,903

Drilling Rig Supervisor Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Drilling Rig Supervisor'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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$79,500

Average $95,300/year

$106,700

$6,625

Average $7,942/month

$8,892

$1,529

Average $1,833/week

$2,052

$38

Average $46/hour

$51

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$106,700	$8,892	$2,052	$51
Average	$95,300	$7,942	$1,833	$46
25th Percentile	$79,500	$6,625	$1,529	$38

Drilling Rig Supervisor Salary Growth & Career Path

Drilling Rig Supervisor

Drilling Operations Superintendent

Drilling Crew Foreman

Drilling and Production Director

Promotions are the fastest way to increase your earnings. As a Drilling Rig Supervisor, you have the following paths for advancement. The table below compares the salary raises for common next-step roles. By comparing these figures, you can choose the career path that best meets your financial goals.

Drilling Rig Supervisor Salary Growth and Career Path
Next Step Role	Estimate Salary	Projected Raise
Drilling Operations Superintendent	$188,600	98%
Drilling Crew Foreman	$120,900	27%

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