Earth Drillers Salary in Pennsylvania
Earth Drillers in Pennsylvania earn a median of $57,400 a year, −5% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $57,400
- vs. U.S. median
- −5% ($60,190)
- Rank among states
- 32 of 48
- Jobs in the state
- 730
Pay range in Pennsylvania
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $46,180; the top 10% earn over $75,680. Nationally the range is $44,460 to $83,800.
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Earth Drillers pay in Pennsylvania
How much do earth drillers make in Pennsylvania?
The median is $57,400 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $46,180 and the top 10% earn over $75,680. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Pennsylvania a good state for earth drillers?
On pay alone it ranks 32 of 48 (−5% vs. the national median of $60,190). Living costs are not included.