Rotary Drill Operators, Oil and Gas Salary in Louisiana
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 3 metro areas • Louisiana
Rotary Drill Operators, Oil and Gas in Louisiana earn a median salary of $62,443 per year on average across 3 metro and nonmetro areas, -3.9% vs the national median of $65,010. An estimated 880 rotary drill operators, oil and gas are employed across Louisiana, with salaries ranging from $47,930 to $76,940 depending on location.
$62,443
Avg median salary in Louisiana
$76,940
Highest paying metro
$47,930
Lowest paying metro
880
Employed in Louisiana
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Rotary Drill Operators, Oil and Gas salaries by city in Louisiana
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Southwest Louisiana | $76,940 | $65,770 | $80,360 | 180 |
| Shreveport, LA | $62,460 | $48,460 | $75,990 | 190 |
| Lafayette, LA | $47,930 | $31,190 | $47,940 | 510 |