Earth Drillers Salary in California
Earth Drillers in California earn a median of $66,910 a year, +11% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $66,910
- vs. U.S. median
- +11% ($60,190)
- Rank among states
- 7 of 48
- Jobs in the state
- 1,630
Pay range in California
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $47,950; the top 10% earn over $91,640. Nationally the range is $44,460 to $83,800.
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Earth Drillers pay in California
How much do earth drillers make in California?
The median is $66,910 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $47,950 and the top 10% earn over $91,640. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is California a good state for earth drillers?
On pay alone it ranks 7 of 48 (+11% vs. the national median of $60,190). Living costs are not included.