How much does a derrick operator make in Mississippi?
$47,340a year
Median yearly pay for derrick operators in Mississippi. That is $22.76 an hour or $3,945 a month.
- Hourly
- $22.76
- Vs. national median
- -19%
- Rank among states
- 17 of 19
- Jobs in the state
- 200
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $37,340Median: $47,340Highest 10%: $77,760
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $37,340 | $17.95 | |
| 25th | $37,710 | $18.13 | |
| Median | $47,340 | $22.76 | |
| 75th | $52,760 | $25.37 | |
| 90th | $77,760 | $37.38 |
Cities in Mississippi
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for derrick operators.
| 14. West Virginia | $50,640 |
| 15. Arkansas | $50,070 |
| 16. Alabama | $49,350 |
| 17. Mississippi | $47,340 |
| 18. Illinois | $45,900 |
| 19. Michigan | $45,180 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a derrick operator make an hour in Mississippi?
The median hourly pay in Mississippi is $22.76 ($47,340 a year).
Do derrick operators make more in Mississippi than the national average?
No: $47,340 against $58,620 nationally, 19% less.
Where does Mississippi rank for derrick operator pay?
Mississippi ranks 17 of 19 states.
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.