Derrick Operators, Oil and Gas Salary in West North Dakota

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • West North Dakota nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $69,840 +11.3% vs national
Median hourly $33.58
10th percentile $65,340
90th percentile $75,540
Employed locally 690
National median $62,740

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $65,340
    25th
    $66,230
    50th (median)
    $69,840
    75th
    $74,410
    90th
    $75,540

    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 West North Dakota

    OccupationMedian salary
    Service Unit Operators, Oil and Gas$63,180
    Roustabouts, Oil and Gas$60,330
    First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction Workers$94,400
    Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators$67,030
    Construction Laborers$48,760
    Electricians$79,840

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Derrick Operators, Oil and Gas make per hour in West North Dakota?

    The median hourly wage for Derrick Operators, Oil and Gas in West North Dakota is $33.58, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $38.48 or more per hour.

    Is West North Dakota above or below average for Derrick Operators, Oil and Gas salaries?

    The median Derrick Operators, Oil and Gas salary in West North Dakota is 11.3% 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 West North Dakota?

    Entry-level Derrick Operators, Oil and Gas (10th percentile) earn around $65,340 per year in West North Dakota. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $66,230.