Best States for Derrick Operators, Oil and Gas Salaries
$62,740
National Median Salary
16
States Analyzed
Top 10 Highest Paying States
State Salary Comparison PRO
| Rank | State | Annual Median | Pay Premium | Location Quotient | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Louisiana | $84,410 | +34.5% | — | 1,510 |
| 2 | Alaska | $81,180 | +29.4% | — | 170 |
| 3 | North Dakota | $69,840 | +11.3% | — | 730 |
| 4 | California | $67,090 | +6.9% | — | 250 |
| 5 | Florida | $64,310 | +2.5% | — | 80 |
| 6 | Wyoming | $62,400 | -0.5% | — | 160 |
| 7 | Texas | $61,610 | -1.8% | — | 4,840 |
| 8 | Colorado | $61,380 | -2.2% | — | 360 |
| 9 | New Mexico | $60,200 | -4.0% | — | 1,070 |
| 10 | West Virginia | $57,600 | -8.2% | — | 110 |
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