As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Well Driller in the US is $111,141, equivalent to $53 per hour, $2,137 weekly, or $9,262 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Well Driller in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Well Driller in the US vary widely, spanning from $88,488 to $126,585. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($99,284) and 75th percentile ($119,225), while top earners (90th percentile) make $126,585 per year. This $19,941 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or FOCUS, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Well Driller often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 58 companies and industry startups. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Well Driller Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Well Driller Salary $88,488 US January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Well Driller Salary $99,284 US January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Well Driller Salary $111,141 US January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Well Driller Salary $119,225 US January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Well Driller Salary $126,585 US January 01, 2026
25% $99,284 10% $88,488 90% $126,585 75% $119,225 $111,141 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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