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 $80,868, a Drilling Rig Supervisor (3-5 years)earns $93,115, a Drilling Crew Foreman (5+ years)earns $118,066,

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 Nevada

How much does a Drilling Rig Supervisor make in Nevada?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Drilling Rig Supervisor in Nevada is $93,200 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $45.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $114,406
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $77,700 to $104,300
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $63,588

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Drilling Rig Supervisor Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$104,300	$8,692	$2,006	$50
Average	$93,200	$7,767	$1,792	$45
25th Percentile	$77,700	$6,475	$1,494	$37

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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.

Job Role	Years of Experience	Average Salary
Drilling Operations Team Lead	0-3 years	$80,868
Drilling Rig Supervisor	3-5 years	$93,115
Drilling Crew Foreman	5+ years	$118,066

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:

The Lakes: $91,500
Alamo: $94,100
Henderson: $91,500

The Lakes, NV $91,500 Alamo, NV $94,100 Henderson, NV $91,500 Beatty, NV $94,200 Blue Diamond, NV $91,600 Boulder City, NV $91,700 Bunkerville, NV $93,600 Caliente, NV $93,800

Dyer, NV $94,200 Goldfield, NV $94,100 Hiko, NV $93,900 Indian Springs, NV $92,800 Jean, NV $92,300 Amargosa Valley, NV $94,200 Logandale, NV $93,500 Manhattan, NV $94,300

Mercury, NV $93,900 Mesquite, NV $94,200 Moapa, NV $92,800 Laughlin, NV $93,800 North Las Vegas, NV $91,500 Coyote Springs, NV $93,400 Cal Nev Ari, NV $93,400 Overton, NV $92,500

Pahrump, NV $93,600 Panaca, NV $93,700 Pioche, NV $93,700 Round Mountain, NV $94,100 Searchlight, NV $93,000 Silverpeak, NV $94,400 Tonopah, NV $94,100 Sloan, NV $91,500

Las Vegas, NV $91,500 Nellis Afb, NV $91,500 Ely, NV $94,100 Austin, NV $94,100 Baker, NV $93,700 Duckwater, NV $94,200 Eureka, NV $94,100 Lund, NV $94,100

Mc Gill, NV $94,300 Ruth, NV $94,500 Crystal Bay, NV $95,400 Dayton, NV $94,200 Denio, NV $93,900 Empire, NV $94,100 Fallon, NV $94,300 Fernley, NV $94,400

Gabbs, NV $94,200 Gardnerville, NV $94,400 Genoa, NV $94,200 Gerlach, NV $94,200 Glenbrook, NV $94,300 Golconda, NV $94,100 Hawthorne, NV $94,300 Imlay, NV $94,200

Lovelock, NV $94,300 Luning, NV $94,300 Mc Dermitt, NV $93,800 Mina, NV $94,100 Minden, NV $94,100 Nixon, NV $94,200 Orovada, NV $94,000 Paradise Valley, NV $94,100

Schurz, NV $94,200 Silver City, NV $94,000 Silver Springs, NV $94,300 Smith, NV $94,300 Sparks, NV $94,300 Sun Valley, NV $94,300 Valmy, NV $94,300 Verdi, NV $94,500

Virginia City, NV $94,100 Wadsworth, NV $94,300 Wellington, NV $94,300 Winnemucca, NV $94,200 Yerington, NV $94,300 Zephyr Cove, NV $94,400 Stateline, NV $94,400 Incline Village, NV $94,600

Reno, NV $94,300 Carson City, NV $93,900 Washoe Valley, NV $94,000 Elko, NV $94,300 Spring Creek, NV $94,300 Battle Mountain, NV $94,200 Crescent Valley, NV $94,200 Carlin, NV $94,300

Deeth, NV $94,100 Halleck, NV $94,100 Jackpot, NV $93,400 Jarbidge, NV $93,600 Lamoille, NV $94,200 Montello, NV $93,600 Mountain City, NV $93,800 Owyhee, NV $93,600

Ruby Valley, NV $94,100 Tuscarora, NV $94,000 Wells, NV $94,000 West Wendover, NV $94,100

Company Size	Employees	Average Salary
Startup	1~50	$91,806
Growth Stage	51~500	$97,069
Established	501~5000	$104,770
Enterprise	5000+	$108,459

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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$77,700

Average $93,200/year

$104,300

$6,475

Average $7,767/month

$8,692

$1,494

Average $1,792/week

$2,006

$37

Average $45/hour

$50

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$104,300	$8,692	$2,006	$50
Average	$93,200	$7,767	$1,792	$45
25th Percentile	$77,700	$6,475	$1,494	$37

Drilling Rig Supervisor Salary Growth & Career Path

Drilling Rig Supervisor

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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	$184,300	98%
Drilling Crew Foreman	$118,100	27%

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