How much does a derrick operator make in Denver?
$69,700a year
Median yearly pay for derrick operators in the Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO metro area. That is $33.51 an hour or $5,808 a month.
- Hourly
- $33.51
- Vs. national median
- +19%
- Rank among cities
- 2 of 14
- Jobs in the area
- 70
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $51,140Median: $69,700Highest 10%: $84,180
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $51,140 | $24.59 | |
| 25th | $64,730 | $31.12 | |
| Median | $69,700 | $33.51 | |
| 75th | $76,100 | $36.59 | |
| 90th | $84,180 | $40.47 |
Other cities in Colorado
Median yearly pay for derrick operators.
| Greeley, CO | $55,040 |
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Salaries for every job in Denver, COFrequently asked questions
How much does a derrick operator make an hour in Denver?
The median hourly pay in the Denver-Aurora-Centennial, CO metro area is $33.51 ($69,700 a year).
Do derrick operators make more in Denver than the national average?
Yes: $69,700 against $58,620 nationally, 19% more.
How does Denver compare with the rest of Colorado?
The median in Colorado is $64,730, so Denver pays 8% more.
Where does Denver rank for derrick operator pay?
2 of 14 metro areas with data.
How much does a derrick operator make starting out in Denver?
The lowest-paid 10% make $51,140 or less a year; the top 10% make $84,180 or more.
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.