Rotary Drill Operators, Oil and Gas Salary in Southwest Louisiana

BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics • May 2025 • Southwest Louisiana nonmetropolitan area

Median annual salary $76,940 +18.4% vs national
Median hourly $36.99
10th percentile $48,440
90th percentile $99,120
Employed locally 180
National median $65,010

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    Salary percentile breakdown

    10th
    $48,440
    25th
    $65,770
    50th (median)
    $76,940
    75th
    $80,360
    90th
    $99,120

    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 Southwest Louisiana

    OccupationMedian salary
    Construction Laborers $45,160
    Electricians $54,340
    First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction Workers $62,630
    Painters, Construction and Maintenance $38,440
    Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters $43,440
    Roustabouts, Oil and Gas $41,150

    Frequently asked questions

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

    The median hourly wage for Rotary Drill Operators, Oil and Gas in Southwest Louisiana is $36.99, based on BLS OEWS 2025 data. Top earners (90th percentile) make $38.34 or more per hour.

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

    The median Rotary Drill Operators, Oil and Gas salary in Southwest Louisiana is 18.4% 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 Southwest Louisiana?

    Entry-level Rotary Drill Operators, Oil and Gas (10th percentile) earn around $48,440 per year in Southwest Louisiana. The 25th percentile — typically workers with 1–3 years of experience — earn approximately $65,770.