As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Driller in Aberdeen, SD is $74,014, equivalent to $36 per hour, $1,423 weekly, or $6,168 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Driller in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Driller in Aberdeen, SD vary widely, spanning from $53,278 to $84,261. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($63,160) and 75th percentile ($79,377), while top earners (90th percentile) make $84,261 per year. This $16,217 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, Aberdeen Driller often earn 1.8% lower than national averages. However, Aberdeen currently ranks 667 statewide for Driller 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
Driller Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Driller Salary $53,278 Aberdeen, SD May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Driller Salary $63,160 Aberdeen, SD May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Driller Salary $74,014 Aberdeen, SD May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Driller Salary $79,377 Aberdeen, SD May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Driller Salary $84,261 Aberdeen, SD May 01, 2026
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About Aberdeen, South Dakota    Aberdeen (Lakota: Ablíla) is a city in and the county seat of Brown County, South Dakota, United States, about 125 miles (201 km) northeast of Pierre.....More

Aberdeen, South Dakota  area prices were up 0.8% from a year ago

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