Derrick Operators, Oil and Gas Salary in Northeast Louisiana

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northeast Louisiana nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $44,190 -29.6% vs national
Median hourly $21.25
10th percentile $36,830
90th percentile $46,020
Employed locally 30
National median $62,740

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $36,830
    25th
    $42,210
    50th (median)
    $44,190
    75th
    $44,190
    90th
    $46,020

    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 Northeast Louisiana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Construction Laborers $35,850
    First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction Workers $60,030
    Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators $45,650
    Electricians $56,590
    Carpenters $46,780
    Roustabouts, Oil and Gas $39,850

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Derrick Operators, Oil and Gas in Northeast Louisiana is $21.25, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $22.12 or more per hour.

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

    The median Derrick Operators, Oil and Gas salary in Northeast Louisiana is 29.6% 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 Northeast Louisiana?

    Entry-level Derrick Operators, Oil and Gas (10th percentile) earn around $36,830 per year in Northeast Louisiana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $42,210.