How much does a derrick operator make in Tyler?
$63,190a year
Median yearly pay for derrick operators in the Tyler, TX metro area. That is $30.38 an hour or $5,266 a month.
- Hourly
- $30.38
- Vs. national median
- +8%
- Rank among cities
- 3 of 14
- Jobs in the area
- 120
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $44,430Median: $63,190Highest 10%: $67,600
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $44,430 | $21.36 | |
| 25th | $63,190 | $30.38 | |
| Median | $63,190 | $30.38 | |
| 75th | $63,190 | $30.38 | |
| 90th | $67,600 | $32.50 |
Other cities in Texas
Median yearly pay for derrick operators.
| Houston, TX | $62,910 |
| Midland, TX | $56,120 |
| Odessa, TX | $53,130 |
| San Antonio, TX | $48,880 |
| Lubbock, TX | $47,690 |
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Salaries for every job in Tyler, TXFrequently asked questions
How much does a derrick operator make an hour in Tyler?
The median hourly pay in the Tyler, TX metro area is $30.38 ($63,190 a year).
Do derrick operators make more in Tyler than the national average?
Yes: $63,190 against $58,620 nationally, 8% more.
How does Tyler compare with the rest of Texas?
The median in Texas is $56,100, so Tyler pays 13% more.
Where does Tyler rank for derrick operator pay?
3 of 14 metro areas with data.
How much does a derrick operator make starting out in Tyler?
The lowest-paid 10% make $44,430 or less a year; the top 10% make $67,600 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.