As of September 01, 2026, the average hourly pay of Drill Rig Operator in the United States is $36. While Salary.com is seeing that Drill Rig Operator salary in the US can go up to $41 or down to $26, but most earn between $31 and $39. Salary.com shows the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Drill Rig Operator in the United States.
| Percentile | Hourly Pay Rate | Location | Last Updated |
| 10th Percentile Drill Rig Operator Salary | $26 | US | September 01, 2026 |
| 25th Percentile Drill Rig Operator Salary | $31 | US | September 01, 2026 |
| 50th Percentile Drill Rig Operator Salary | $36 | US | September 01, 2026 |
| 75th Percentile Drill Rig Operator Salary | $39 | US | September 01, 2026 |
| 90th Percentile Drill Rig Operator Salary | $41 | US | September 01, 2026 |
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0 - 1 years experience
High School Diploma or Technical Certificate
3 - 5 years experience
High School Diploma or Technical Certificate
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Skills associated with Drill Rig Operator: Maintenance
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