How much does a derrick operator make in California?
$55,480a year
Median yearly pay for derrick operators in California. That is $26.67 an hour or $4,623 a month.
- Hourly
- $26.67
- Vs. national median
- -5%
- Rank among states
- 12 of 19
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $52,760Median: $55,480Highest 10%: $71,470
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $52,760 | $25.37 | |
| 25th | $52,770 | $25.37 | |
| Median | $55,480 | $26.67 | |
| 75th | $68,920 | $33.13 | |
| 90th | $71,470 | $34.36 |
Cities in California
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Bakersfield, CA | $52,780 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for derrick operators.
| 9. Oklahoma | $58,270 |
| 10. Utah | $56,980 |
| 11. Texas | $56,100 |
| 12. California | $55,480 |
| 13. Ohio | $50,650 |
| 14. West Virginia | $50,640 |
| 15. Arkansas | $50,070 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a derrick operator make an hour in California?
The median hourly pay in California is $26.67 ($55,480 a year).
Do derrick operators make more in California than the national average?
No: $55,480 against $58,620 nationally, 5% less.
Where does California rank for derrick operator pay?
California ranks 12 of 19 states.
Which city in California pays derrick operators the most?
Bakersfield-Delano, CA, with a median of $52,780 a year.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS): pay in May 2025, published by BLS in 2026. Hourly pay is the yearly figure divided by 2,080 hours.