SOC 47-5023 · May 2025 · United States
Earth Drillers, Except Oil and Gas
National figures, with pay broken out by state and metro area
The median wage for Earth Drillers, Except Oil and Gas across the United States is $60,190 per year, measured over 19,450 jobs. The highest state median is in Washington, at $80,490.
National wage distribution · annual
Shaded band holds the middle 50% of earners
Where the pay is highest for Earth Drillers, Except Oil and Gas
Pay for this occupation varies by 76.7% between the highest and lowest paying states with published data. Washington pays $80,490 and Maine pays $45,560.
| # | State | Median | Jobs | Relative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Washington | $80,490 | 210 | |
| 2 | Alaska | $80,040 | 290 | |
| 3 | Illinois | $79,080 | 330 | |
| 4 | New Jersey | $77,950 | 400 | |
| 5 | Montana | $71,470 | 180 | |
| 6 | Wisconsin | $68,320 | 280 | |
| 7 | California | $66,910 | 1,630 | |
| 8 | New Hampshire | $66,410 | 80 | |
| 9 | Connecticut | $65,710 | 140 | |
| 10 | Kansas | $65,600 | 80 |
States with the most Earth Drillers, Except Oil and Gas jobs
| # | State | Jobs | Median | Relative |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Texas | 1,930 | $58,700 | |
| 2 | California | 1,630 | $66,910 | |
| 3 | Florida | 1,630 | $55,320 | |
| 4 | Nevada | 1,350 | $61,030 | |
| 5 | Georgia | 870 | $50,030 | |
| 6 | Arizona | 850 | $58,870 | |
| 7 | Michigan | 850 | $62,570 | |
| 8 | Pennsylvania | 730 | $57,400 | |
| 9 | New York | 670 | $60,860 | |
| 10 | Oregon | 510 | $64,920 |
Top-paying metro areas
| # | Metro area | Median | Jobs |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Fairbanks | $94,600 | 60 |
| 2 | Seattle | $89,300 | 90 |
| 3 | Chicago | $81,960 | 220 |
| 4 | Anchorage | $80,030 | — |
| 5 | Billings | $78,410 | 40 |
| 6 | San Francisco | $76,850 | 120 |
| 7 | Minneapolis | $74,300 | 140 |
| 8 | New York | $74,120 | 530 |
| 9 | Portland | $73,560 | 210 |
| 10 | Boston | $73,090 | 90 |
Source and methodology
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025 Salary Explorer is an independent project. It is not affiliated with, or endorsed by, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics or any government agency. Full methodology.
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