Rotary Drill Operators, Oil and Gas Salary in Eastern New Mexico

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Eastern New Mexico nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $81,600 +25.5% vs national
Median hourly $39.23
10th percentile $59,890
90th percentile $99,250
Employed locally 340
National median $65,010

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $59,890
    25th
    $62,090
    50th (median)
    $81,600
    75th
    $89,000
    90th
    $99,250

    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 Eastern New Mexico

    OccupationMedian salary
    Construction Laborers$37,620
    Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators$48,360
    Roustabouts, Oil and Gas$45,610
    First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction Workers$71,100
    Service Unit Operators, Oil and Gas$57,390
    Electricians$56,890

    Frequently asked questions

    How much do Rotary Drill Operators, Oil and Gas make per hour in Eastern New Mexico?

    The median hourly wage for Rotary Drill Operators, Oil and Gas in Eastern New Mexico is $39.23, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $48.98 or more per hour.

    Is Eastern New Mexico above or below average for Rotary Drill Operators, Oil and Gas salaries?

    The median Rotary Drill Operators, Oil and Gas salary in Eastern New Mexico is 25.5% 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 Eastern New Mexico?

    Entry-level Rotary Drill Operators, Oil and Gas (10th percentile) earn around $59,890 per year in Eastern New Mexico. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $62,090.