Derrick Operators, Oil and Gas Salary in South Arkansas

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • South Arkansas nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $49,860 -20.5% vs national
Median hourly $23.97
10th percentile $36,030
90th percentile $65,850
Employed locally 30
National median $62,740

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $36,030
    25th
    $48,880
    50th (median)
    $49,860
    75th
    $59,110
    90th
    $65,850

    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 South Arkansas

    OccupationMedian salary
    Construction Laborers$36,550
    First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction Workers$58,210
    Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators$39,280
    Electricians$57,100
    Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters$49,280
    Highway Maintenance Workers$40,550

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Derrick Operators, Oil and Gas in South Arkansas is $23.97, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $31.66 or more per hour.

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

    The median Derrick Operators, Oil and Gas salary in South Arkansas is 20.5% 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 South Arkansas?

    Entry-level Derrick Operators, Oil and Gas (10th percentile) earn around $36,030 per year in South Arkansas. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $48,880.