How much does a derrick operator make in Colorado?
$64,730a year
Median yearly pay for derrick operators in Colorado. That is $31.12 an hour or $5,394 a month.
- Hourly
- $31.12
- Vs. national median
- +10%
- Rank among states
- 6 of 19
- Jobs in the state
- 290
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $47,450Median: $64,730Highest 10%: $79,330
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $47,450 | $22.81 | |
| 25th | $55,150 | $26.51 | |
| Median | $64,730 | $31.12 | |
| 75th | $77,110 | $37.07 | |
| 90th | $79,330 | $38.14 |
Cities in Colorado
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Denver, CO | $69,700 |
| Greeley, CO | $55,040 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for derrick operators.
| 3. Wyoming | $76,750 |
| 4. North Dakota | $71,850 |
| 5. Florida | $64,950 |
| 6. Colorado | $64,730 |
| 7. Pennsylvania | $59,720 |
| 8. New Mexico | $59,570 |
| 9. Oklahoma | $58,270 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a derrick operator make an hour in Colorado?
The median hourly pay in Colorado is $31.12 ($64,730 a year).
Do derrick operators make more in Colorado than the national average?
Yes: $64,730 against $58,620 nationally, 10% more.
Where does Colorado rank for derrick operator pay?
Colorado ranks 6 of 19 states.
Which city in Colorado pays derrick operators the most?
Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO, with a median of $69,700 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.