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Horizontal Directional Drilling Operator Locator Salary in Pennsylvania

How much does a Horizontal Directional Drilling Operator Locator make in Pennsylvania?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Horizontal Directional Drilling Operator Locator in Pennsylvania is $52,351 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $25.

However, a Horizontal Directional Drilling Operator Locator's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

  • Top Earners (90th percentile): $62,963
  • Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $47,278 to $57,906
  • Entry-Level (10th percentile): $42,660
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Horizontal Directional Drilling Operator Locator Salaries by Percentile

Annual
Salary		 Monthly
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Pay		 Hourly
Wage
75th Percentile $57,906 $4,825 $1,114 $28
Average $52,351 $4,363 $1,007 $25
25th Percentile $47,278 $3,940 $909 $23
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Key Factors That Influence Horizontal Directional Drilling Operator Locator Salaries

A Horizontal Directional Drilling Operator Locator'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.

Top Paying Cities for Horizontal Directional Drilling Operator Locators

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:

  • Beaver Meadows: $50,611
  • Coaldale: $51,007
  • Conyngham: $50,140

Horizontal Directional Drilling Operator Locator Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Horizontal Directional Drilling Operator Locator roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 113% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Software & Networking and Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 40% above the average. In contrast, Horizontal Directional Drilling Operator Locator positions in Transportation or Biotechnology typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Horizontal Directional Drilling Operator Locator as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Horizontal Directional Drilling Operator Locator

Industry Sector Average Annual Salary Average Hourly Rate Pay vs.Avg
Software & Networking$73,291$35.040%
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit$68,056$33.030%
Aerospace & Defense$62,821$30.020%
Pharmaceuticals$58,633$28.012%
Construction$57,586$28.010%

Horizontal Directional Drilling Operator Locator Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Horizontal Directional Drilling Operator Locator'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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Last Updated on August 01, 2026
$47,278
Average $52,351/year
$57,906
$3,940
Average $4,363/month
$4,825
$909
Average $1,007/week
$1,114
$23
Average $25/hour
$28
Annual Salary Monthly Pay Weekly Pay Hourly Wage
75th Percentile $57,906 $4,825 $1,114 $28
Average $52,351 $4,363 $1,007 $25
25th Percentile $47,278 $3,940 $909 $23

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    HARTFORD, VT

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    GRANTHAM, NH

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