Drill Rig Operator Salary in the United States

Drill Rig Operator Salary

How much does a Drill Rig Operator make?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Drill Rig Operator in the United States is $72,297. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $61,994 to $89,026, with most professionals earning between $52,614 and $104,258.

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Drill Rig Operator Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Drill Rig Operator Salary $52,614 US April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Drill Rig Operator Salary $61,994 US April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Drill Rig Operator Salary $72,297 US April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Drill Rig Operator Salary $89,026 US April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Drill Rig Operator Salary $104,258 US April 01, 2025
25% $61,994 10% $52,614 90% $104,258 75% $89,026 $72,297 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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These charts show 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. The base salary for Drill Rig Operator ranges from $61,994 to $89,026 with the average base salary of $72,297. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $62,002 to $91,273 with the average total cash compensation of $74,411.

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