Extraction Workers Salaries by State
Mean and median pay, wage percentiles, employment, and top-paying metro areas for extraction workerss across the U.S. Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 (data.bls.gov OEWS tool /OESServices/combo/table, all-occupation crawl by area).
National mean salary $59,850 ≈ $29/hr
National median salary $57,320
Total employment 211,130 nationwide
State-level and metro breakdowns aren’t published for this aggregate occupation group. National figures are shown above; browse a specific occupation for full state detail.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do extraction workers make in the U.S.?
The median extraction workers salary in the United States is $57,320 per year (mean $59,850), and about 80% earn between $38,440 and $83,490.
How much do extraction workers make per hour?
Roughly $29 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $59,850 and 2,080 work hours per year.