Rotary Drill Operators, Oil and Gas Salary in New Mexico
Ranked #2 of 26 · NM
11.1% above U.S. average
Mean annual salary $80,120 ≈ $39/hr
Median annual salary $82,780
Employment 580
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
P10 $48,840P25 $62,730 Median $82,780P75 $91,390P90 $101,860
About 80% of rotary drill operators, oil and gass in New Mexico earn between $48,840 and $101,860. 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 New Mexico is $80,120, about 11.1% above the U.S. average ($72,130). That works out to roughly $39/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in New Mexico
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Eastern New Mexico nonmetropolitan area | $81,740 | $82,320 | 300 |
| Farmington, NM | $62,730 | $67,600 | 60 |