Rotary Drill Operators, Oil and Gas Salary in Kansas

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

Median annual salary $58,570 -9.9% vs national
Median hourly $28.16
10th percentile $47,280
90th percentile $75,770
Employed locally 140
National median $65,010

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $47,280
    25th
    $58,380
    50th (median)
    $58,570
    75th
    $75,350
    90th
    $75,770

    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 Kansas

    OccupationMedian salary
    Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators $46,160
    Construction Laborers $43,770
    First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction Workers $67,540
    Highway Maintenance Workers $39,220
    Electricians $57,090
    Carpenters $48,910

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Rotary Drill Operators, Oil and Gas in Kansas is $28.16, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $37.70 or more per hour.

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

    The median Rotary Drill Operators, Oil and Gas salary in Kansas is 9.9% 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 Kansas?

    Entry-level Rotary Drill Operators, Oil and Gas (10th percentile) earn around $47,280 per year in Kansas. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $58,380.