Derrick Operators Salary in Alaska
Derrick Operators in Alaska earn a median of $78,050 a year, +33% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $78,050
- vs. U.S. median
- +33% ($58,620)
- Rank among states
- 2 of 19
- Jobs in the state
- 170
Pay range in Alaska
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $62,400; the top 10% earn over $93,490. Nationally the range is $43,380 to $81,800.
States ranked near Alaska
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- Roustabouts, Oil and Gas$60,810 median in Alaska
- Loading and Moving Machine Operators, Underground Mining$93,130 median in Alaska
- Service Unit Operators, Oil and Gas$106,480 median in Alaska
Derrick Operators pay in Alaska
How much do derrick operators make in Alaska?
The median is $78,050 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $62,400 and the top 10% earn over $93,490. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Alaska a good state for derrick operators?
On pay alone it ranks 2 of 19 (+33% vs. the national median of $58,620). Living costs are not included.