Derrick Operators, Oil and Gas Salary in Eastern New Mexico

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Eastern New Mexico nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $47,890 -23.7% vs national
Median hourly $23.02
10th percentile $30,870
90th percentile $71,350
Employed locally 630
National median $62,740

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $30,870
    25th
    $30,880
    50th (median)
    $47,890
    75th
    $63,040
    90th
    $71,350

    Top-paying metros for Derrick Operators, Oil and Gas

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Louisiana $84,410
    Shreveport-Bossier City, LA $81,910
    Alaska nonmetropolitan area $81,750
    Alaska $81,180
    Southwest Louisiana nonmetropolitan area $77,940
    Casper, WY $73,890

    Related occupations in Eastern New Mexico

    OccupationMedian salary
    Construction Laborers $37,620
    Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators $48,360
    Roustabouts, Oil and Gas $45,610
    First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction Workers $71,100
    Service Unit Operators, Oil and Gas $57,390
    Electricians $56,890

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Derrick Operators, Oil and Gas make per hour in Eastern New Mexico?

    The median hourly wage for Derrick Operators, Oil and Gas in Eastern New Mexico is $23.02, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $34.99 or more per hour.

    Is Eastern New Mexico above or below average for Derrick Operators, Oil and Gas salaries?

    The median Derrick Operators, Oil and Gas salary in Eastern New Mexico is 23.7% below 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 Eastern New Mexico?

    Entry-level Derrick Operators, Oil and Gas (10th percentile) earn around $30,870 per year in Eastern New Mexico. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $30,880.