Earth Drillers Salary in Missouri
Earth Drillers in Missouri earn a median of $51,530 a year, −14% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $51,530
- vs. U.S. median
- −14% ($60,190)
- Rank among states
- 44 of 48
- Jobs in the state
- 370
Pay range in Missouri
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $37,440; the top 10% earn over $68,230. Nationally the range is $44,460 to $83,800.
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Earth Drillers pay in Missouri
How much do earth drillers make in Missouri?
The median is $51,530 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $37,440 and the top 10% earn over $68,230. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Missouri a good state for earth drillers?
On pay alone it ranks 44 of 48 (−14% vs. the national median of $60,190). Living costs are not included.