How much does a rotary drill operator make in Midland?
$78,260a year
Median yearly pay for rotary drill operators in the Midland, TX metro area. That is $37.63 an hour or $6,522 a month.
- Hourly
- $37.63
- Vs. national median
- +15%
- Rank among cities
- 5 of 18
- Jobs in the area
- 490
Pay range
Lowest 10%: $51,790Median: $78,260Highest 10%: $108,800
| Percentile | Yearly | Hourly | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10th | $51,790 | $24.90 | |
| 25th | $64,650 | $31.08 | |
| Median | $78,260 | $37.63 | |
| 75th | $86,630 | $41.65 | |
| 90th | $108,800 | $52.32 |
Other cities in Texas
Median yearly pay for rotary drill operators.
| Dallas, TX | $81,360 |
| Tyler, TX | $79,640 |
| Houston, TX | $79,450 |
| San Antonio, TX | $63,310 |
| Odessa, TX | $59,560 |
| Abilene, TX | $56,540 |
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Salaries for every job in Midland, TXFrequently asked questions
How much does a rotary drill operator make an hour in Midland?
The median hourly pay in the Midland, TX metro area is $37.63 ($78,260 a year).
Do rotary drill operators make more in Midland than the national average?
Yes: $78,260 against $67,890 nationally, 15% more.
How does Midland compare with the rest of Texas?
The median in Texas is $77,840, so Midland pays 1% more.
Where does Midland rank for rotary drill operator pay?
5 of 18 metro areas with data.
How much does a rotary drill operator make starting out in Midland?
The lowest-paid 10% make $51,790 or less a year; the top 10% make $108,800 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.