Oil and Gas Rotary Drill Operators

Wages & Outlook

 

Typical Wages

Wages listed below are for a variety of experience and education levels. Make sure that you research the typical entry-level education and work experience and training requirements for this occupation.

 

Wages for Oil and Gas Rotary Drill Operators *

Area	Low	Median	High
U S	$23.80	$28.58	$39.04

* "Low" indicates 25% of workers earn less and 75% earn more.
"Median" indicates 50% of workers earn less and 50% earn more.
"High" indicates 75% of workers earn less and 25% earn more.

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Employment

Where do Oil and Gas Rotary Drill Operators most often work?

• Mining (except Oil and Gas)
• Support Activities for Mining

 

Current Demand

No data available.

 

Future Demand

No data available.

 

Employment Outlook for Oil and Gas Rotary Drill Operators

Area	Employment		Employment Change
	-10	0	Number	Percent
	2020	2030	Number	Percent
U S	15,200	19,200	4,000	26.4%

Source: You can learn about our data sources in the About Us section.