How much does a rotary drill operator make in California?
$65,520a year
Median yearly pay for rotary drill operators in California. That is $31.50 an hour or $5,460 a month.
- Hourly
- $31.50
- Vs. national median
- -3%
- Rank among states
- 11 of 26
- Jobs in the state
- 460
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $49,880Median: $65,520Highest 10%: $120,100
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $49,880 | $23.98 | |
| 25th | $59,380 | $28.55 | |
| Median | $65,520 | $31.50 | |
| 75th | $102,200 | $49.15 | |
| 90th | $120,100 | $57.75 |
Cities in California
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| Bakersfield, CA | $75,660 |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for rotary drill operators.
| 8. Alabama | $67,400 |
| 9. Mississippi | $67,290 |
| 10. New York | $67,000 |
| 11. California | $65,520 |
| 12. Ohio | $63,600 |
| 13. Arizona | $62,920 |
| 14. Florida | $61,970 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a rotary drill operator make an hour in California?
The median hourly pay in California is $31.50 ($65,520 a year).
Do rotary drill operators make more in California than the national average?
No: $65,520 against $67,890 nationally, 3% less.
Where does California rank for rotary drill operator pay?
California ranks 11 of 26 states.
Which city in California pays rotary drill operators the most?
Bakersfield-Delano, CA, with a median of $75,660 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.