How much does a rotary drill operator make in Kentucky?
$38,520a year
Median yearly pay for rotary drill operators in Kentucky. That is $18.52 an hour or $3,210 a month.
- Hourly
- $18.52
- Vs. national median
- -43%
- Rank among states
- 25 of 26
- Jobs in the state
- 30
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $36,270Median: $38,520Highest 10%: $46,030
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $36,270 | $17.44 | |
| 25th | $37,060 | $17.82 | |
| Median | $38,520 | $18.52 | |
| 75th | $42,670 | $20.51 | |
| 90th | $46,030 | $22.13 |
Cities in Kentucky
Metro areas, median yearly pay.
| No city data for this job. |
Nearby in the ranking
States with similar pay for rotary drill operators.
| 22. Oklahoma | $55,160 |
| 23. Michigan | $54,020 |
| 24. Louisiana | $49,410 |
| 25. Kentucky | $38,520 |
| 26. Arkansas | $37,700 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does a rotary drill operator make an hour in Kentucky?
The median hourly pay in Kentucky is $18.52 ($38,520 a year).
Do rotary drill operators make more in Kentucky than the national average?
No: $38,520 against $67,890 nationally, 43% less.
Where does Kentucky rank for rotary drill operator pay?
Kentucky ranks 25 of 26 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.