How much does a Drill Rig Operator make in San Diego, CA?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Drill Rig Operator in San Diego, CA is $77,004. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $68,685 to $86,919, with most professionals earning between $61,111 and $95,946.

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 $61,111 San Diego,CA April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Drill Rig Operator Salary $68,685 San Diego,CA April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Drill Rig Operator Salary $77,004 San Diego,CA April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Drill Rig Operator Salary $86,919 San Diego,CA April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Drill Rig Operator Salary $95,946 San Diego,CA April 01, 2025
25% $68,685 10% $61,111 90% $95,946 75% $86,919 $77,004 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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