Earth Drillers Salary in Colorado
Earth Drillers in Colorado earn a median of $64,820 a year, +8% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $64,820
- vs. U.S. median
- +8% ($60,190)
- Rank among states
- 12 of 48
- Jobs in the state
- 280
Pay range in Colorado
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $46,190; the top 10% earn over $92,180. Nationally the range is $44,460 to $83,800.
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Earth Drillers pay in Colorado
How much do earth drillers make in Colorado?
The median is $64,820 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $46,190 and the top 10% earn over $92,180. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Colorado a good state for earth drillers?
On pay alone it ranks 12 of 48 (+8% vs. the national median of $60,190). Living costs are not included.