Drill Rig Operator Salary in Austin, Texas

Drill Rig Operator Salary in Austin, TX

How much does a Drill Rig Operator make in Austin, TX?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Drill Rig Operator in Austin, TX is $70,437. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $62,828 to $79,507, with most professionals earning between $55,899 and $87,765.

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10th Percentile Drill Rig Operator Salary $55,899 Austin,TX April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Drill Rig Operator Salary $62,828 Austin,TX April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Drill Rig Operator Salary $70,437 Austin,TX April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Drill Rig Operator Salary $79,507 Austin,TX April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Drill Rig Operator Salary $87,765 Austin,TX April 01, 2025
25% $62,828 10% $55,899 90% $87,765 75% $79,507 $70,437 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 Austin, TX. The base salary for Drill Rig Operator ranges from $62,828 to $79,507 with the average base salary of $70,437. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $62,828 to $79,507 with the average total cash compensation of $70,437.

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About Austin, Texas    Austin is the capital of the U.S. state of Texas and the seat of Travis County, with portions extending into Hays and Williamson counties. It is the 1....More

Austin, Texas  area prices were up 1.2% from a year ago

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