Rotary Drill Operators, Oil and Gas Salary in Northwestern Pennsylvania

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Northwestern Pennsylvania nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $58,770 -9.6% vs national
Median hourly $28.25
10th percentile $50,500
90th percentile $65,180
Employed locally 50
National median $65,010

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $50,500
    25th
    $58,440
    50th (median)
    $58,770
    75th
    $59,910
    90th
    $65,180

    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 Northwestern Pennsylvania

    OccupationMedian salary
    Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators $46,610
    Construction Laborers $45,950
    Highway Maintenance Workers $43,470
    First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction Workers $70,510
    Carpenters $48,580
    Electricians $61,080

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Rotary Drill Operators, Oil and Gas in Northwestern Pennsylvania is $28.25, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $31.34 or more per hour.

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

    The median Rotary Drill Operators, Oil and Gas salary in Northwestern Pennsylvania is 9.6% 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 Northwestern Pennsylvania?

    Entry-level Rotary Drill Operators, Oil and Gas (10th percentile) earn around $50,500 per year in Northwestern Pennsylvania. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $58,440.