Rotary Drill Operators, Oil and Gas Salary in Colorado
Ranked #6 of 26 · CO
6.9% above U.S. average
Mean annual salary $77,110 ≈ $37/hr
Median annual salary $79,830
Employment 110
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
P10 $61,410P25 $69,120 Median $79,830P75 $86,780P90 $92,070
About 80% of rotary drill operators, oil and gass in Colorado earn between $61,410 and $92,070. 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 Colorado is $77,110, about 6.9% above the U.S. average ($72,130). That works out to roughly $37/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Colorado
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Junction, CO | $69,120 | $70,530 | 30 |