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Derrick Operators, Oil and Gas Salary in California
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Derrick Operators, Oil and Gas make in California?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$55,480
Median Annual Salary
▼
-17.3% vs 2024
$59,400
Mean Salary
$55,480
Median Salary
$26.67
Hourly Rate
Derrick Operators, Oil and Gas salary by percentile in California
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Derrick Operators, Oil and Gas in California earn a median salary of $55,480 per year ($4,623/month).
This is 6.6% below the national average of $59,398.
California ranks #12 out of 19 states for Derrick Operators, Oil and Gas pay.
Salaries decreased by 17.3% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Derrick Operators, Oil and Gas
Rig derrick equipment and operate pumps to circulate mud or fluid through drill hole.
Top Skills
Operations Monitoring
4.0
Operation and Control
3.88
Critical Thinking
3.5
Speaking
3.38
Monitoring
3.38
Key Knowledge Areas
Mechanical
3.58
Mathematics
3.31
English Language
3.21
Education and Training
3.03
Public Safety and Security
2.84
Typical Education: Less than a High School Diploma
(68.5% of workers)
Salary Range: Derrick Operators, Oil and Gas in California
Salaries for Derrick Operators, Oil and Gas in California range from $52,760 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $71,470 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $52,770 and $68,920.
Median $55,480
P10: $52,760P25: $52,770P75: $68,920P90: $71,470
10th
$52,760
25th
$52,770
Median
$55,480
75th
$68,920
90th
$71,470
Percentile
Annual Salary
Hourly Rate
Monthly
10th Percentile (Entry Level)
$52,760
$25.37
$4,396
25th Percentile
$52,770
$25.37
$4,397
Median (50th)
$55,480
$26.67
$4,623
75th Percentile
$68,920
$33.13
$5,743
90th Percentile (Experienced)
$71,470
$34.36
$5,955
Note: The mean (average) salary of $59,400 differs from the median because salary distributions are typically skewed by high earners.
How much do Derrick Operators, Oil and Gas make in California?
The median annual salary for Derrick Operators, Oil and Gas in California is $55,480 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $59,400.
What is the salary range for a Derrick Operators, Oil and Gas in California?
Salaries for Derrick Operators, Oil and Gas in California range from $52,760 at the 10th percentile to $71,470 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $52,770 and $68,920.
What is the starting salary for a Derrick Operators, Oil and Gas in California?
Entry-level Derrick Operators, Oil and Gas positions in California typically start around $52,760 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $52,770 (25th percentile).
What is the hourly rate for a Derrick Operators, Oil and Gas in California?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Derrick Operators, Oil and Gas in California is approximately $26.67 per hour.
Salary data is sourced from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS) survey, 2025 estimates. The OEWS survey covers approximately 1.1 million establishments nationwide.
Annual salaries are calculated based on a standard 2,080-hour work year. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, education, employer, and local market conditions. Figures do not include benefits, bonuses, or overtime pay.
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