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Earth Drillers, Except Oil and Gas Salary in Pennsylvania
Ranked #29 of 48 · PA
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of earth drillers, except oil and gass in Pennsylvania earn between $46,180 and $75,680. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean earth drillers, except oil and gas salary in Pennsylvania is $60,520, about 3.7% below the U.S. average ($62,830). That works out to roughly $29/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Pennsylvania
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD | $64,360 | $67,690 | 240 |
| Scranton--Wilkes-Barre, PA | $58,390 | $58,050 | 40 |
| Lancaster, PA | $57,870 | $58,910 | 30 |
| Northeastern Pennsylvania nonmetropolitan area | $57,350 | $63,730 | 40 |
| Pittsburgh, PA | $57,040 | $62,790 | 150 |
| Southwestern Pennsylvania nonmetropolitan area | $54,220 | $58,460 | 70 |
| Central Pennsylvania nonmetropolitan area | $53,840 | $56,290 | 30 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do earth drillers, except oil and gas make in Pennsylvania?
The median earth drillers, except oil and gas salary in Pennsylvania is $57,400 per year (mean $60,520), and about 80% earn between $46,180 and $75,680.
How much do earth drillers, except oil and gas make per hour in Pennsylvania?
Roughly $29 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $60,520 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Pennsylvania a high-paying state for earth drillers, except oil and gas?
Pennsylvania ranks #29 of 48 states for earth drillers, except oil and gas pay. Its mean salary of $60,520 is about 3.7% below the U.S. average of $62,830.
Which metro areas in Pennsylvania pay earth drillers, except oil and gas the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Pennsylvania for earth drillers, except oil and gas are Philadelphia-Camden-Wilmington, PA-NJ-DE-MD ($64,360), Scranton--Wilkes-Barre, PA ($58,390), Lancaster, PA ($57,870), by median annual wage.