What are the main factors that influence a Horizontal Directional Drilling Operator Locator's salary?

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

What industry pays the highest salary for Horizontal Directional Drilling Operator Locator?

The Software & Networking industry offers the highest average compensation for Horizontal Directional Drilling Operator Locator roles, with salaries approximately 40% above the market median.

How does experience change A Horizontal Directional Drilling Operator Locator's salary?

A Horizontal Directional Drilling Operator Locator's salary grows with experience: a Sheetmetal Mechanic I (0-1 years)earns $39,720, a Horizontal Directional Drilling Operator Locator (1-3 years)earns $50,038, a Sheetmetal Mechanic III (3-5 years)earns $56,436,

How much do different types of Horizontal Directional Drilling Operator Locator roles make?

Salaries for Horizontal Directional Drilling Operator Locator level roles vary by specialization: Horizontal Directional Driller Utilities Construction Midwest: $169,971; Directional Drilling Technician: $147,006; Directional Driller and Locator: $135,862; Directional Drilling Locator: $131,727; Horizontal Directional Drilling: $96,053.

Horizontal Directional Drilling Operator Locator Salary in Wyoming

Q: What are the highest paying states for a Horizontal Directional Drilling Operator Locator?

Horizontal Directional Drilling Operator Locator salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Horizontal Directional Drilling Operator Locator roles are District of Columbia $58,225, California $58,004, Massachusetts $57,231. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

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

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Horizontal Directional Drilling Operator Locator in Wyoming is $50,431 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $24.

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): $60,655
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $45,545 to $55,783
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $41,096

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Horizontal Directional Drilling Operator Locator Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$55,783	$4,649	$1,073	$27
Average	$50,431	$4,203	$970	$24
25th Percentile	$45,545	$3,795	$876	$22

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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.

How Do Horizontal Directional Drilling Operator Locator 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 Horizontal Directional Drilling Operator Locators. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $58,225.
California: $58,004.
Massachusetts: $57,231.

District of Columbia $58,225 California $58,004 Massachusetts $57,231 Washington $57,020 New Jersey $56,999 Alaska $56,926 Connecticut $56,200 New York $55,905

Hawaii $54,964 Rhode Island $54,522 Maryland $54,223 Minnesota $53,812 Colorado $53,655 Illinois $53,602 Oregon $53,402 Delaware $53,255

New Hampshire $53,163 Virginia $52,955 Pennsylvania $52,351 Nevada $52,046 North Dakota $51,946 Michigan $51,788 Wisconsin $51,730 Vermont $51,614

Texas $51,294 Maine $51,273 Arizona $51,241 Ohio $51,204 Georgia $50,720 Indiana $50,478 Wyoming $50,431 Utah $50,358

Iowa $50,326 Kansas $50,074 Louisiana $50,000 North Carolina $49,974 Missouri $49,963 Florida $49,758 Montana $49,648 Nebraska $49,542

Kentucky $49,485 South Carolina $49,274 Tennessee $49,143 Idaho $49,090 New Mexico $48,706 Oklahoma $48,622 Alabama $48,312 South Dakota $47,791

Arkansas $47,507 West Virginia $47,355 Mississippi $46,897

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:

Medicine Bow: $51,270
Saratoga: $51,419
Savery: $51,420

Medicine Bow, WY $51,270 Saratoga, WY $51,419 Savery, WY $51,420 Sinclair, WY $51,347 Walcott, WY $51,269 Wamsutter, WY $51,291 Worland, WY $51,452 Basin, WY $51,444

Burlington, WY $51,409 Byron, WY $51,454 Cody, WY $51,314 Cowley, WY $51,368 Deaver, WY $51,319 Emblem, WY $51,429 Frannie, WY $51,348 Greybull, WY $51,427

Hyattville, WY $51,329 Kirby, WY $51,487 Lovell, WY $51,363 Manderson, WY $51,352 Meeteetse, WY $51,341 Otto, WY $51,380 Powell, WY $51,370 Ralston, WY $51,518

Shell, WY $51,269 Ten Sleep, WY $51,316 Thermopolis, WY $51,413 Wapiti, WY $51,302 Riverton, WY $51,504 Arapahoe, WY $51,504 Crowheart, WY $51,326 Dubois, WY $51,370

Fort Washakie, WY $51,485 Hudson, WY $51,559 Kinnear, WY $51,383 Lander, WY $51,461 Pavillion, WY $51,391 Saint Stephens, WY $51,503 Casper, WY $50,200 Shirley Basin, WY $50,762

Alcova, WY $51,015 Arminto, WY $51,195 Douglas, WY $51,220 Edgerton, WY $51,138 Evansville, WY $50,200 Glenrock, WY $50,395 Hiland, WY $51,195 Kaycee, WY $51,267

Linch, WY $51,265 Lysite, WY $51,242 Midwest, WY $51,131 Mills, WY $50,200 Natrona, WY $50,415 Powder River, WY $50,722 Shoshoni, WY $51,363 Newcastle, WY $51,123

Aladdin, WY $51,065 Alva, WY $51,106 Beulah, WY $51,122 Devils Tower, WY $51,259 Four Corners, WY $50,687 Gillette, WY $51,379 Hulett, WY $51,175 Moorcroft, WY $51,326

Osage, WY $51,126 Recluse, WY $51,173 Rozet, WY $51,351 Sundance, WY $51,206 Upton, WY $51,233 Weston, WY $51,172 Wright, WY $51,423 Sheridan, WY $51,436

Arvada, WY $51,188 Banner, WY $51,368 Big Horn, WY $51,340 Buffalo, WY $51,369 Clearmont, WY $51,230 Dayton, WY $51,288 Leiter, WY $51,257 Parkman, WY $51,251

Ranchester, WY $51,339 Saddlestring, WY $51,367 Story, WY $51,512 Wolf, WY $51,281 Wyarno, WY $51,243 Rock Springs, WY $51,482 Bondurant, WY $51,333 Boulder, WY $51,336

Cora, WY $51,326 Evanston, WY $51,352 Farson, WY $51,423 Fort Bridger, WY $51,430 Granger, WY $51,477 Green River, WY $51,561 Lonetree, WY $51,254 Lyman, WY $51,507

Mc Kinnon, WY $51,267 Mountain View, WY $51,464 Pinedale, WY $51,470 Point Of Rocks, WY $51,405 Reliance, WY $51,414 Robertson, WY $51,311 Superior, WY $51,362 Jackson, WY $51,196

Kelly, WY $51,192 Moose, WY $51,164 Moran, WY $51,005 Wilson, WY $51,148 Teton Village, WY $51,169 Kemmerer, WY $51,259 Afton, WY $51,382 Auburn, WY $51,233

Bedford, WY $51,125 Big Piney, WY $51,359 Cokeville, WY $51,082 Daniel, WY $51,279 Diamondville, WY $51,560 Etna, WY $50,903 Fairview, WY $51,287 Freedom, WY $50,810

Frontier, WY $51,338 Grover, WY $51,237 La Barge, WY $51,434 Opal, WY $51,387 Smoot, WY $51,361 Thayne, WY $51,037 Alpine, WY $50,894 Alta, WY $50,524

Yoder, WY $51,253 Rawlins, WY $51,419 Jeffrey City, WY $51,306 Baggs, WY $51,534 Bairoil, WY $51,438 Dixon, WY $51,592 Elk Mountain, WY $51,204 Encampment, WY $51,443

Hanna, WY $51,317 Little America, WY $51,466 Cheyenne, WY $50,489 Fe Warren Afb, WY $50,489 Albin, WY $51,134 Bosler, WY $49,327 Buford, WY $50,592 Burns, WY $50,972

Carpenter, WY $50,986 Centennial, WY $50,323 Garrett, WY $51,194 Granite Canon, WY $50,871 Hillsdale, WY $50,804 Horse Creek, WY $50,197 Jelm, WY $51,469 Laramie, WY $49,327

Meriden, WY $51,001 Pine Bluffs, WY $51,230 Rock River, WY $49,971 Tie Siding, WY $50,691 Yellowstone National Park, WY $50,973 Wheatland, WY $51,250 Chugwater, WY $51,095 Fort Laramie, WY $51,258

Glendo, WY $51,284 Guernsey, WY $51,409 Hartville, WY $51,315 Hawk Springs, WY $51,138 Huntley, WY $51,248 Jay Em, WY $51,184 Lagrange, WY $51,158 Lance Creek, WY $51,150

Lingle, WY $51,299 Lost Springs, WY $51,200 Lusk, WY $51,194 Manville, WY $51,216 Shawnee, WY $51,200 Torrington, WY $51,285 Van Tassell, WY $51,146 Veteran, WY $51,269

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	$70,604	$34.0	40%
Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit	$65,560	$32.0	30%
Aerospace & Defense	$60,517	$29.0	20%
Pharmaceuticals	$56,483	$27.0	12%
Construction	$55,474	$27.0	10%

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.

Last Updated on August 01, 2026

$45,545

Average $50,431/year

$55,783

$3,795

Average $4,203/month

$4,649

$876

Average $970/week

$1,073

$22

Average $24/hour

$27

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$55,783	$4,649	$1,073	$27
Average	$50,431	$4,203	$970	$24
25th Percentile	$45,545	$3,795	$876	$22

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