BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics · May 2025
Derrick Operators, Oil and Gas in Louisiana earn between $45,770 and $98,840, with a mean of $77,630. The national average for this role is $60,842.
| Location | Mean Salary |
|---|---|
| Louisiana | $77,630 |
| National Average | $60,842 |
| Alaska | $77,570 |
| North Dakota | $73,210 |
| Wyoming | $72,600 |
| Florida | $71,090 |
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2025. Louisiana. Hourly wages assume 2,080 hours/year.