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Rotary Drill Operators, Oil and Gas Salary in Alaska
Last updated: 2025 BLS data · Page refreshed:
How much do Rotary Drill Operators, Oil and Gas make in Alaska?
Last updated: 2025 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics
$85,470
Median Annual Salary
▼
-1.5% vs 2024
$94,040
Mean Salary
$85,470
Median Salary
$41.09
Hourly Rate
130 people work as Rotary Drill Operators, Oil and Gas in Alaska
Rotary Drill Operators, Oil and Gas salary by percentile in Alaska
BLS-reported salary distribution — from entry-level (10th percentile) to top earners (90th percentile).
Rotary Drill Operators, Oil and Gas in Alaska earn a median salary of $85,470 per year ($7,122/month).
This is 34.2% above the national average of $63,677.
Alaska ranks #1 out of 26 states for Rotary Drill Operators, Oil and Gas pay.
Approximately 130 people work in this occupation across Alaska.
Salaries decreased by 1.5% compared to 2024.
About This Job: Rotary Drill Operators, Oil and Gas
Set up or operate a variety of drills to remove underground oil and gas, or remove core samples for testing during oil and gas exploration.
Top Skills
Critical Thinking
3.62
Operations Monitoring
3.62
Operation and Control
3.62
Monitoring
3.5
Active Listening
3.38
Key Knowledge Areas
Mechanical
3.87
Mathematics
3.76
Administration and Management
3.33
Education and Training
3.2
Personnel and Human Resources
3.08
Typical Education: Less than a High School Diploma
(31.1% of workers)
Salary Range: Rotary Drill Operators, Oil and Gas in Alaska
Salaries for Rotary Drill Operators, Oil and Gas in Alaska range from $64,540 at the 10th percentile (entry level) to $115,270 at the 90th percentile (experienced). The middle 50% earn between $77,640 and $107,870.
How much do Rotary Drill Operators, Oil and Gas make in Alaska?
The median annual salary for Rotary Drill Operators, Oil and Gas in Alaska is $85,470 as of 2025. The average (mean) salary is $94,040.
What is the salary range for a Rotary Drill Operators, Oil and Gas in Alaska?
Salaries for Rotary Drill Operators, Oil and Gas in Alaska range from $64,540 at the 10th percentile to $115,270 at the 90th percentile. The middle 50% earn between $77,640 and $107,870.
What is the starting salary for a Rotary Drill Operators, Oil and Gas in Alaska?
Entry-level Rotary Drill Operators, Oil and Gas positions in Alaska typically start around $64,540 (10th percentile). With some experience, salaries rise to $77,640 (25th percentile).
How many people work as Rotary Drill Operators, Oil and Gas in Alaska?
According to 2025 BLS data, approximately 130 people are employed as Rotary Drill Operators, Oil and Gas in Alaska.
What is the hourly rate for a Rotary Drill Operators, Oil and Gas in Alaska?
Based on a standard 2,080-hour work year, the median hourly rate for a Rotary Drill Operators, Oil and Gas in Alaska is approximately $41.09 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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