Rotary Drill Operators, Oil and Gas Salary in Virginia
BLS OEWS May 2025 • 2 metro areas • Virginia
Rotary Drill Operators, Oil and Gas in Virginia earn a median salary of $60,345 per year on average across 2 metro and nonmetro areas, -7.2% vs the national median of $65,010. An estimated 320 rotary drill operators, oil and gas are employed across Virginia, with salaries ranging from $58,040 to $62,650 depending on location.
$60,345
Avg median salary in Virginia
$62,650
Highest paying metro
$58,040
Lowest paying metro
320
Employed in Virginia
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inRotary Drill Operators, Oil and Gas salaries by city in Virginia
| Metro area | Median salary | 25th pct | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northern West Virginia | $62,650 | $55,560 | $69,720 | 60 |
| West Virginia | $58,040 | $55,780 | $70,850 | 260 |