Rotary Drill Operators (Oil & Gas) Salary in Texas
Median Annual Salary
$66,430
$31.94/hr
Salary Range
$39,710 – $100,570
10th – 90th percentile
Employed
5,940
workers statewide
10-Yr Growth
+8.1%
Much faster than avg
COL-Adjusted
$68,839
real purchasing power
2.2% above the national median ($65,010)
Salary by Percentile
Annual salary distribution from entry-level to top earners
$39,710 (entry)$66,430 (median)$100,570 (top)
Salary Trend
Median salary, 2019–2024
+23.2%
$12,245 total
Salary by Metro Area
| Metro Area | Median Salary | Employment |
|---|---|---|
| Austin-Round Rock-San Marcos | $82,380 | 60 |
| Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands | $79,150 | 1,660 |
| Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington | $78,220 | 430 |
| Tyler | $77,650 | 80 |
| San Angelo | $73,690 | 50 |
| Midland | $64,550 | 610 |
| Odessa | $57,250 | 290 |
| Wichita Falls | $57,240 | 40 |
| Longview | $55,160 | 140 |
| Abilene | $53,210 | 50 |
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Salary data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) (2024 OEWS). Cost of living based on BEA Regional Price Parities. For informational purposes only.