How much does a derrick operator make in Texas?
$56,100a year
Median yearly pay for derrick operators in Texas. That is $26.97 an hour or $4,675 a month.
- Hourly
- $26.97
- Vs. national median
- -4%
- Rank among states
- 11 of 19
- Jobs in the state
- 5,810
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $43,840Median: $56,100Highest 10%: $74,690
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $43,840 | $21.08 | |
| 25th | $49,760 | $23.92 | |
| Median | $56,100 | $26.97 | |
| 75th | $68,060 | $32.72 | |
| 90th | $74,690 | $35.91 |
Cities in Texas
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Tyler, TX | $63,190 |
| Houston, TX | $62,910 |
| Midland, TX | $56,120 |
| Odessa, TX | $53,130 |
| Abilene, TX | $50,650 |
| San Antonio, TX | $48,880 |
| Lubbock, TX | $47,690 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for derrick operators.
| 8. New Mexico | $59,570 |
| 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 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a derrick operator make an hour in Texas?
The median hourly pay in Texas is $26.97 ($56,100 a year).
Do derrick operators make more in Texas than the national average?
No: $56,100 against $58,620 nationally, 4% less.
Where does Texas rank for derrick operator pay?
Texas ranks 11 of 19 states.
Which city in Texas pays derrick operators the most?
Tyler, TX, with a median of $63,190 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.