Derrick Operators, Oil and Gas Salary in Mississippi
Ranked #17 of 19 · MS
18.2% below U.S. average
Mean annual salary $49,260 ≈ $24/hr
Median annual salary $47,340
Employment 200
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
P10 $37,340P25 $37,710 Median $47,340P75 $52,760P90 $77,760
About 80% of derrick operators, oil and gass in Mississippi earn between $37,340 and $77,760. 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 Mississippi is $49,260, about 18.2% below the U.S. average ($60,210). That works out to roughly $24/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Mississippi
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lower East Mississippi nonmetropolitan area | $47,340 | $47,510 | 90 |