Rotary Drill Operators, Oil and Gas Salary in East Kentucky

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • East Kentucky nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $42,000 -35.4% vs national
Median hourly $20.19
10th percentile $39,800
90th percentile $49,850
Employed locally 90
National median $65,010

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $39,800
    25th
    $40,650
    50th (median)
    $42,000
    75th
    $45,870
    90th
    $49,850

    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
    Alaska nonmetropolitan area $85,080

    Related occupations in East Kentucky

    OccupationMedian salary
    Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators $59,090
    Construction Laborers $38,990
    First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction Workers $74,400
    Continuous Mining Machine Operators $56,120
    Electricians $70,720
    Highway Maintenance Workers $33,580

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Rotary Drill Operators, Oil and Gas make per hour in East Kentucky?

    The median hourly wage for Rotary Drill Operators, Oil and Gas in East Kentucky is $20.19, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $23.97 or more per hour.

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

    The median Rotary Drill Operators, Oil and Gas salary in East Kentucky is 35.4% below 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 East Kentucky?

    Entry-level Rotary Drill Operators, Oil and Gas (10th percentile) earn around $39,800 per year in East Kentucky. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $40,650.