As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Drill Rig Operator in Worcester, MA is $74,974, equivalent to $36 per hour, $1,442 weekly, or $6,248 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 Worcester, MA vary widely, spanning from $54,112 to $85,885. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($64,054) and 75th percentile ($80,686), while top earners (90th percentile) make $85,885 per year. This $16,632 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, Worcester Drill Rig Operator often earn 3.7% higher than national averages. However, Worcester currently ranks 210 statewide for Drill Rig Operator job salary. 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 $54,112 Worcester, MA August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Drill Rig Operator Salary $64,054 Worcester, MA August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Drill Rig Operator Salary $74,974 Worcester, MA August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Drill Rig Operator Salary $80,686 Worcester, MA August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Drill Rig Operator Salary $85,885 Worcester, MA August 01, 2026
25% $64,054 10% $54,112 90% $85,885 75% $80,686 $74,974 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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About Worcester, Massachusetts    Worcester has a total area of 38.6 square miles (100 km2), 37.6 square miles (97 km2) of land and 1.0 square mile (2.6 km2) (roughly 2.59%) of water. ....More

Worcester, Massachusetts  area prices were up 1.6% from a year ago

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