As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Drill Rig Operator in Agate, CO is $70,392, equivalent to $34 per hour, $1,354 weekly, or $5,866 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Drill Rig Operator in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Drill Rig Operator in Agate, CO vary widely, spanning from $50,805 to $80,636. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($60,139) and 75th percentile ($75,754), while top earners (90th percentile) make $80,636 per year. This $15,615 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Planning or Preventative Maintenance, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Agate Drill Rig Operator often earn 3.6% lower than national averages. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like Energy & Utilities to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Drill Rig Operator Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Drill Rig Operator Salary $50,805 Agate, CO August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Drill Rig Operator Salary $60,139 Agate, CO August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Drill Rig Operator Salary $70,392 Agate, CO August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Drill Rig Operator Salary $75,754 Agate, CO August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Drill Rig Operator Salary $80,636 Agate, CO August 01, 2026
25% $60,139 10% $50,805 90% $80,636 75% $75,754 $70,392 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Agate, Colorado    Agate is an unincorporated community and U.S. Post Office in Elbert County, Colorado, United States. The ZIP Code of the Agate Post Office is 80101. ....More

Agate, Colorado  area prices were up 0.4% from a year ago

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