Derrick Operators, Oil and Gas Salary in New Mexico
Ranked #13 of 19 · NM
5.1% below U.S. average
Mean annual salary $57,140 ≈ $27/hr
Median annual salary $59,570
Employment 880
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
P10 $31,670P25 $48,680 Median $59,570P75 $71,810P90 $74,800
About 80% of derrick operators, oil and gass in New Mexico earn between $31,670 and $74,800. 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 New Mexico is $57,140, about 5.1% below the U.S. average ($60,210). That works out to roughly $27/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in New Mexico
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eastern New Mexico nonmetropolitan area | $56,870 | $53,480 | 490 |
| Farmington, NM | $52,640 | $51,830 | 180 |