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

A Drilling Manager's salary grows with experience: a Drilling Operations Supervisor (0-3 years)earns $132,316, a Drilling Manager (3-5 years)earns $187,671, a Drilling Operations Director (5+ years)earns $250,614, an SVP of Drilling Operations (5+ years)earns $392,332,

What are the highest paying states for a Drilling Manager?

Drilling Manager salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Drilling Manager roles are District of Columbia $201,027, California $200,264, Massachusetts $197,595. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Drilling Manager roles make?

Salaries for Drilling Manager level roles vary by specialization: Drilling Engineer IV: $189,179; Drilling Operations Manager: $186,211; Drilling Engineering Manager: $181,689; Drilling Engineer III: $169,949; Drilling Engineer II: $137,143.

Drilling Manager Salary in Delaware

How much does a Drilling Manager make in Delaware?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Drilling Manager in Delaware is $183,869 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $88.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $208,931
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $165,622 to $196,987
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $149,009

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Drilling Manager Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$196,987	$16,416	$3,788	$95
Average	$183,869	$15,322	$3,536	$88
25th Percentile	$165,622	$13,802	$3,185	$80

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Key Factors That Influence Drilling Manager Salaries

A Drilling Manager'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 Do Drilling Manager 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 Managers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $201,027.
California: $200,264.
Massachusetts: $197,595.

District of Columbia $201,027 California $200,264 Massachusetts $197,595 Washington $196,869 New Jersey $196,796 Alaska $196,542 Connecticut $194,036 New York $193,020

Hawaii $189,770 Rhode Island $188,245 Maryland $187,210 Minnesota $185,793 Colorado $185,249 Illinois $185,067 Oregon $184,377 Delaware $183,869

New Hampshire $183,549 Virginia $182,834 Pennsylvania $180,746 Nevada $179,693 North Dakota $179,348 Michigan $178,803 Wisconsin $178,604 Vermont $178,204

Texas $177,097 Maine $177,024 Arizona $176,915 Ohio $176,788 Georgia $175,118 Indiana $174,282 Wyoming $174,119 Utah $173,865

Iowa $173,756 Kansas $172,884 Louisiana $172,630 North Carolina $172,539 Missouri $172,503 Florida $171,795 Montana $171,414 Nebraska $171,051

Kentucky $170,851 South Carolina $170,125 Tennessee $169,671 Idaho $169,489 New Mexico $168,164 Oklahoma $167,873 Alabama $166,802 South Dakota $165,004

Arkansas $164,024 West Virginia $163,497 Mississippi $161,918

Top Paying Cities for Drilling Managers

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: $183,041
Little Creek: $184,381
Magnolia: $184,116

Lincoln, DE $183,041 Little Creek, DE $184,381 Magnolia, DE $184,116 Milford, DE $183,506 Marydel, DE $183,807 Millsboro, DE $182,273 Millville, DE $182,554 Milton, DE $182,870

Nassau, DE $183,003 Ocean View, DE $182,523 Rehoboth Beach, DE $182,874 Seaford, DE $182,977 Selbyville, DE $182,220 Smyrna, DE $184,508 Viola, DE $183,658 Woodside, DE $184,152

Bear, DE $183,727 Newark, DE $183,658 Claymont, DE $184,034 Delaware City, DE $183,842 Hockessin, DE $183,642 Kirkwood, DE $183,807 Middletown, DE $183,878 Montchanin, DE $183,684

New Castle, DE $183,711 Odessa, DE $183,969 Port Penn, DE $184,092 Rockland, DE $183,702 Saint Georges, DE $183,820 Townsend, DE $184,103 Winterthur, DE $183,724 Lewes, DE $182,941

Wilmington, DE $183,651 Dover, DE $184,381 Dover Afb, DE $183,409 Bethany Beach, DE $182,331 Bethel, DE $182,520 Bridgeville, DE $182,950 Camden Wyoming, DE $183,862 Cheswold, DE $184,321

Clayton, DE $184,326 Dagsboro, DE $182,204 Delmar, DE $181,912 Ellendale, DE $182,464 Felton, DE $183,491 Fenwick Island, DE $182,244 Frankford, DE $181,926 Frederica, DE $183,673

Georgetown, DE $182,135 Greenwood, DE $182,979 Harbeson, DE $182,329 Harrington, DE $183,259 Hartly, DE $183,829 Houston, DE $182,997 Kenton, DE $184,335 Laurel, DE $182,026

Yorklyn, DE $183,696

Drilling Manager Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Drilling Manager'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.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

$165,622

Average $183,869/year

$196,987

$13,802

Average $15,322/month

$16,416

$3,185

Average $3,536/week

$3,788

$80

Average $88/hour

$95

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$196,987	$16,416	$3,788	$95
Average	$183,869	$15,322	$3,536	$88
25th Percentile	$165,622	$13,802	$3,185	$80

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