Derrick operator earnings by seniority

Approximate values based on highest and lowest earning segments.

Derrick operator salary by state

State Name Average Salary
Alaska $78,720
Pennsylvania $74,940
North Dakota $61,020
Wyoming $60,790
Louisiana $60,630
Utah $60,630
New Mexico $59,740
West Virginia $53,040
California $50,330
Ohio $48,300
Montana $48,110
Oklahoma $48,060
Texas $46,900
Mississippi $44,050
Arkansas $42,790
Michigan $42,000
Colorado $39,750
Illinois $37,870
Kansas $36,750

How do derrick operator salaries compare to similar careers?

Derrick operators earn 7% less than similar careers in Mississippi. On average, they make less than hydroelectric plant technicians but more than log graders.

Career Median Salary
Hydroelectric plant technician salary $54K
Avionics technician salary $60K
Marine electrician salary $55K
Electrician salary $50K
Faller salary $45K
Derrick operator salary $44K
Plumber salary $45K
Pipefitter salary $45K
Crane operator salary $44K
Log grader salary $44K

Source: CareerExplorer (Aggregated)