Rotary Drill Operators, Oil and Gas Salary in Eastern Wyoming

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

Median annual salary $56,370 -13.3% vs national
Median hourly $27.10
10th percentile $47,830
90th percentile $94,620
Employed locally 60
National median $65,010

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $47,830
    25th
    $53,660
    50th (median)
    $56,370
    75th
    $61,060
    90th
    $94,620

    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 Wyoming

    OccupationMedian salary
    Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators $75,500
    First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction Workers $76,110
    Construction Laborers $45,880
    Electricians $76,190
    Roustabouts, Oil and Gas $47,060
    Carpenters $54,230

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Rotary Drill Operators, Oil and Gas in Eastern Wyoming is $27.10, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $48.50 or more per hour.

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

    The median Rotary Drill Operators, Oil and Gas salary in Eastern Wyoming is 13.3% 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 Eastern Wyoming?

    Entry-level Rotary Drill Operators, Oil and Gas (10th percentile) earn around $47,830 per year in Eastern Wyoming. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $53,660.