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Rotary Drill Operators, Oil and Gas
Full rotary drill operators, oil and gas overview →U.S. mean $72,130 · median $67,890
| State | Rank | Mean | Median | Hourly | Mean vs U.S. | P10–P90 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alaska | #1 | $94,040 | $85,470 | $45 | +30.4% | $64,540–$115,270 |
| New Mexico | #2 | $80,120 | $82,780 | $39 | +11.1% | $48,840–$101,860 |
| North Dakota | #3 | $79,670 | $71,280 | $38 | +10.5% | $52,280–$104,970 |
| California | #4 | $79,290 | $65,520 | $38 | +9.9% | $49,880–$120,130 |