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

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

How does experience change A Rig Hand's salary?

A Rig Hand's salary grows with experience: a Rig Operator I (0-1 years)earns $54,163, a Rig Hand (1-3 years)earns $60,396, a Rig Operator III (3-5 years)earns $75,030, a Rig Operator Team Lead (5+ years)earns $87,537, a Rig Operator Supervisor (5+ years)earns $100,794,

What are the highest paying states for a Rig Hand?

Rig Hand salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Rig Hand roles are District of Columbia $64,504, California $64,260, Massachusetts $63,403. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Rig Hand roles make?

Salaries for Rig Hand level roles vary by specialization: Workover Rig Hand: $75,623; Rig Hand III: $70,040; Rig Operator III: $70,034; Floor Hand: $65,900; Rig Hand II: $56,390.

Rig Hand Salary in Hawaii

How much does a Rig Hand make in Hawaii?

As of August 01, 2026, the average salary for a Rig Hand in Hawaii is $60,892 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $29.

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

Top Earners (90th percentile): $73,780
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $54,839 to $67,638
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $49,329

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Rig Hand Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$67,638	$5,636	$1,301	$33
Average	$60,892	$5,074	$1,171	$29
25th Percentile	$54,839	$4,570	$1,055	$26

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Key Factors That Influence Rig Hand Salaries

A Rig Hand'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 Rig Hand Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Rig Hand'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:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $54,163
Early Career (1-2 years): $60,396
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $75,030
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $87,537
Expert (over 8 years): $100,794

Levels	Salary
Rig Opera... Level Rig Hand	$54,163
Rig Hand Level Rig Hand	$60,396
Rig Opera... Level Rig Hand	$75,030
Rig Opera... Level Rig Hand	$87,537
Rig Opera... Level Rig Hand	$100,794

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How Do Rig Hand 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 Rig Hands. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $64,504.
California: $64,260.
Massachusetts: $63,403.

District of Columbia $64,504 California $64,260 Massachusetts $63,403 Washington $63,170 New Jersey $63,147 Alaska $63,065 Connecticut $62,261 New York $61,935

Hawaii $60,892 Rhode Island $60,403 Maryland $60,071 Minnesota $59,616 Colorado $59,442 Illinois $59,383 Oregon $59,162 Delaware $58,999

New Hampshire $58,896 Virginia $58,667 Pennsylvania $57,997 Nevada $57,659 North Dakota $57,548 Michigan $57,373 Wisconsin $57,309 Vermont $57,181

Texas $56,826 Maine $56,802 Arizona $56,767 Ohio $56,727 Georgia $56,191 Indiana $55,923 Wyoming $55,870 Utah $55,789

Iowa $55,754 Kansas $55,474 Louisiana $55,393 North Carolina $55,363 Missouri $55,352 Florida $55,125 Montana $55,002 Nebraska $54,886

Kentucky $54,822 South Carolina $54,589 Tennessee $54,443 Idaho $54,385 New Mexico $53,959 Oklahoma $53,866 Alabama $53,522 South Dakota $52,946

Arkansas $52,631 West Virginia $52,462 Mississippi $51,955

Top Paying Cities for Rig Hands

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:

Aiea: $60,562
Anahola: $59,768
Captain Cook: $59,708

Aiea, HI $60,562 Anahola, HI $59,768 Captain Cook, HI $59,708 Eleele, HI $59,890 Ewa Beach, HI $60,509 Kapolei, HI $60,461 Haiku, HI $59,813 Hakalau, HI $59,679

Haleiwa, HI $60,344 Hana, HI $59,670 Hanalei, HI $59,690 Hanamaulu, HI $59,811 Hanapepe, HI $59,887 Hauula, HI $60,436 Hawaii National Park, HI $59,748 Hawi, HI $59,847

Hilo, HI $59,806 Princeville, HI $59,799 Holualoa, HI $59,732 Honaunau, HI $59,629 Honokaa, HI $59,706 Honomu, HI $59,800 Hoolehua, HI $59,629 Kaaawa, HI $60,456

Kahuku, HI $60,327 Kahului, HI $59,951 Kailua, HI $60,543 Ocean View, HI $59,782 Waikoloa, HI $59,776 Keauhou, HI $59,732 Kailua Kona, HI $59,805 Kalaheo, HI $59,818

Kalaupapa, HI $59,574 Kamuela, HI $59,736 Kaneohe, HI $60,530 Kapaa, HI $59,883 Kaumakani, HI $59,915 Kaunakakai, HI $59,700 Keaau, HI $59,846 Kealakekua, HI $59,815

Kealia, HI $59,835 Kekaha, HI $59,775 Kihei, HI $59,890 Kilauea, HI $59,800 Kapaau, HI $59,755 Koloa, HI $59,827 Kualapuu, HI $59,683 Kunia, HI $60,441

Kurtistown, HI $59,816 Lahaina, HI $59,828 Laie, HI $60,380 Lanai City, HI $59,683 Laupahoehoe, HI $59,833 Lawai, HI $59,915 Lihue, HI $59,811 Makawao, HI $59,859

Makaweli, HI $59,679 Maunaloa, HI $59,539 Mountain View, HI $59,785 Naalehu, HI $59,664 Ninole, HI $59,624 Ookala, HI $59,643 Paauilo, HI $59,716 Pahala, HI $59,680

Pahoa, HI $59,760 Paia, HI $59,831 Papaaloa, HI $59,841 Papaikou, HI $59,717 Pearl City, HI $60,519 Pepeekeo, HI $59,833 Puunene, HI $59,951 Volcano, HI $59,748

Wahiawa, HI $60,415 Pukalani, HI $59,859 Mililani, HI $60,488 Kula, HI $59,735 Waialua, HI $60,311 Waianae, HI $60,367 Wailuku, HI $59,858 Waimanalo, HI $60,532

Waimea, HI $59,910 Waipahu, HI $60,493 Honolulu, HI $60,583 J B P H H, HI $60,573 Wheeler Army Airfield, HI $60,448 Schofield Barracks, HI $60,430 Fort Shafter, HI $60,583 Tripler Army Medical Center, HI $60,583

Camp H M Smith, HI $60,570 M C B H Kaneohe Bay, HI $60,511 Wake Island, HI $60,583

Rig Hand Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Rig Hand'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

$54,839

Average $60,892/year

$67,638

$4,570

Average $5,074/month

$5,636

$1,055

Average $1,171/week

$1,301

$26

Average $29/hour

$33

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$67,638	$5,636	$1,301	$33
Average	$60,892	$5,074	$1,171	$29
25th Percentile	$54,839	$4,570	$1,055	$26

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