Earth Drillers Salary in Alabama
Earth Drillers in Alabama earn a median of $46,440 a year, −23% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $46,440
- vs. U.S. median
- −23% ($60,190)
- Rank among states
- 46 of 48
- Jobs in the state
- 170
Pay range in Alabama
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $43,740; the top 10% earn over $67,970. Nationally the range is $44,460 to $83,800.
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Earth Drillers pay in Alabama
How much do earth drillers make in Alabama?
The median is $46,440 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $43,740 and the top 10% earn over $67,970. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Alabama a good state for earth drillers?
On pay alone it ranks 46 of 48 (−23% vs. the national median of $60,190). Living costs are not included.