Derrick Operators, Oil and Gas Salary in Colorado
Ranked #6 of 19 · CO
9.2% above U.S. average
Mean annual salary $65,740 ≈ $32/hr
Median annual salary $64,730
Employment 290
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
P10 $47,450P25 $55,150 Median $64,730P75 $77,110P90 $79,330
About 80% of derrick operators, oil and gass in Colorado earn between $47,450 and $79,330. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean derrick operators, oil and gas salary in Colorado is $65,740, about 9.2% above the U.S. average ($60,210). That works out to roughly $32/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Colorado
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO | $69,700 | $70,650 | 70 |
| Greeley, CO | $55,040 | $52,710 | 90 |