BLS Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics · May 2025
Earth Drillers, Except Oil and Gas in Illinois earn between $61,690 and $107,980, with a mean of $81,990. The national average for this role is $62,783.
| Location | Mean Salary |
|---|---|
| Illinois | $81,990 |
| National Average | $62,783 |
| New Jersey | $82,890 |
| Washington | $81,380 |
| Alaska | $77,300 |
| Montana | $72,910 |
Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS, May 2025. Illinois. Hourly wages assume 2,080 hours/year.