Rotary Drill Operators, Oil and Gas Salary in Alaska

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

Median annual salary $85,080 +30.9% vs national
Median hourly $40.90
10th percentile $63,490
90th percentile $112,490
Employed locally 90
National median $65,010

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $63,490
    25th
    $80,290
    50th (median)
    $85,080
    75th
    $108,710
    90th
    $112,490

    Top-paying metros for Rotary Drill Operators, Oil and Gas

    Metro areaMedian salary
    Bakersfield-Delano, CA $101,350
    California $99,470
    Alaska $86,750
    New Mexico $85,540
    Anchorage, AK $85,470
    Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos, TX $82,380

    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 Rotary Drill Operators, Oil and Gas make per hour in Alaska?

    The median hourly wage for Rotary Drill Operators, Oil and Gas in Alaska is $40.90, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $55.42 or more per hour.

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

    The median Rotary Drill Operators, Oil and Gas salary in Alaska is 30.9% above the national median of $65,010. The national figure is from BLS OEWS 2025 data covering all US metropolitan areas.

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

    Entry-level Rotary Drill Operators, Oil and Gas (10th percentile) earn around $63,490 per year in Alaska. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $80,290.