Earth Drillers Salary in Kentucky
Earth Drillers in Kentucky earn a median of $56,160 a year, −7% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $56,160
- vs. U.S. median
- −7% ($60,190)
- Rank among states
- 36 of 48
- Jobs in the state
- 80
Pay range in Kentucky
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $45,200; the top 10% earn over $73,830. Nationally the range is $44,460 to $83,800.
States ranked near Kentucky
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- Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators$57,780 median in Kentucky
- Roof Bolters, Mining$72,510 median in Kentucky
- Helpers--Extraction Workers$68,020 median in Kentucky
Earth Drillers pay in Kentucky
How much do earth drillers make in Kentucky?
The median is $56,160 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $45,200 and the top 10% earn over $73,830. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Kentucky a good state for earth drillers?
On pay alone it ranks 36 of 48 (−7% vs. the national median of $60,190). Living costs are not included.