Derrick Operators, Oil and Gas Salary in Alaska

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Alaska nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $81,750 +30.3% vs national
Median hourly $39.30
10th percentile $68,410
90th percentile $85,660
Employed locally 140
National median $62,740

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $68,410
    25th
    $78,240
    50th (median)
    $81,750
    75th
    $82,640
    90th
    $85,660

    Top-paying metros for Derrick Operators, Oil and Gas

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Louisiana $84,410
    Shreveport-Bossier City, LA $81,910
    Alaska $81,180
    Southwest Louisiana nonmetropolitan area $77,940
    Casper, WY $73,890
    Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington, TX $70,390

    Related occupations in Alaska

    OccupationMedian salary
    Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators$77,290
    First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction Workers$100,670
    Construction Laborers$57,010
    Service Unit Operators, Oil and Gas$100,000
    Carpenters$65,150
    Electricians$84,400

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Derrick Operators, Oil and Gas make per hour in Alaska?

    The median hourly wage for Derrick Operators, Oil and Gas in Alaska is $39.30, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $44.95 or more per hour.

    Is Alaska above or below average for Derrick Operators, Oil and Gas salaries?

    The median Derrick Operators, Oil and Gas salary in Alaska is 30.3% above the national median of $62,740. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

    What is the entry-level salary for Derrick Operators, Oil and Gas in Alaska?

    Entry-level Derrick Operators, Oil and Gas (10th percentile) earn around $68,410 per year in Alaska. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $78,240.