How much does a derrick operator make in Oklahoma City?
$62,370a year
Median yearly pay for derrick operators in the Oklahoma City, OK metro area. That is $29.99 an hour or $5,198 a month.
- Hourly
- $29.99
- Vs. national median
- +6%
- Rank among cities
- 5 of 14
- Jobs in the area
- 260
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $56,110Median: $62,370Highest 10%: $63,840
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $56,110 | $26.98 | |
| 25th | $56,570 | $27.20 | |
| Median | $62,370 | $29.99 | |
| 75th | $63,840 | $30.69 | |
| 90th | $63,840 | $30.69 |
Other cities in Oklahoma
Median yearly pay for derrick operators.
| No other city in the state with data. |
Related jobs in Oklahoma City
Same field, median yearly pay.
| First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trade and Extraction Worker | $74,780 |
| Insulation Worker | $74,490 |
| Sheet Metal Worker | $68,140 |
| Electrician | $61,010 |
| Service Unit Operator | $60,260 |
| Construction and Building Inspector | $59,610 |
| Plumber | $59,150 |
| Earth Driller | $57,400 |
| Rotary Drill Operator | $55,160 |
| Reinforcing Iron and Rebar Worker | $53,770 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a derrick operator make an hour in Oklahoma City?
The median hourly pay in the Oklahoma City, OK metro area is $29.99 ($62,370 a year).
Do derrick operators make more in Oklahoma City than the national average?
Yes: $62,370 against $58,620 nationally, 6% more.
How does Oklahoma City compare with the rest of Oklahoma?
The median in Oklahoma is $58,270, so Oklahoma City pays 7% more.
Where does Oklahoma City rank for derrick operator pay?
5 of 14 metro areas with data.
How much does a derrick operator make starting out in Oklahoma City?
The lowest-paid 10% make $56,110 or less a year; the top 10% make $63,840 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.