Rotary Drill Operators, Oil and Gas Salary in California
Ranked #4 of 26 · CA
9.9% above U.S. average
Mean annual salary $79,290 ≈ $38/hr
Median annual salary $65,520
Employment 460
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
P10 $49,880P25 $59,380 Median $65,520P75 $102,240P90 $120,130
About 80% of rotary drill operators, oil and gass in California earn between $49,880 and $120,130. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean rotary drill operators, oil and gas salary in California is $79,290, about 9.9% above the U.S. average ($72,130). That works out to roughly $38/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in California
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bakersfield-Delano, CA | $75,660 | $83,290 | 190 |