Earth Drillers Salary in Alaska
Earth Drillers in Alaska earn a median of $80,040 a year, +33% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $80,040
- vs. U.S. median
- +33% ($60,190)
- Rank among states
- 2 of 48
- Jobs in the state
- 290
Pay range in Alaska
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $61,180; the top 10% earn over $94,630. Nationally the range is $44,460 to $83,800.
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Earth Drillers pay in Alaska
How much do earth drillers make in Alaska?
The median is $80,040 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $61,180 and the top 10% earn over $94,630. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Alaska a good state for earth drillers?
On pay alone it ranks 2 of 48 (+33% vs. the national median of $60,190). Living costs are not included.