Derrick Operators, Oil and Gas Salary in Louisiana
Ranked #1 of 19 · LA
28.9% above U.S. average
Mean annual salary $77,630 ≈ $37/hr
Median annual salary $86,980
Employment 890
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
P10 $45,770P25 $49,070 Median $86,980P75 $94,540P90 $98,840
About 80% of derrick operators, oil and gass in Louisiana earn between $45,770 and $98,840. 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 Louisiana is $77,630, about 28.9% above the U.S. average ($60,210). That works out to roughly $37/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Louisiana
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southwest Louisiana nonmetropolitan area | $81,800 | $71,470 | 160 |
| Northeast Louisiana nonmetropolitan area | $44,190 | $43,160 | 30 |