Earth Drillers Salary in Texas
Earth Drillers in Texas earn a median of $58,700 a year, −2% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $58,700
- vs. U.S. median
- −2% ($60,190)
- Rank among states
- 30 of 48
- Jobs in the state
- 1,930
Pay range in Texas
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $39,210; the top 10% earn over $80,170. Nationally the range is $44,460 to $83,800.
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Earth Drillers pay in Texas
How much do earth drillers make in Texas?
The median is $58,700 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $39,210 and the top 10% earn over $80,170. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Texas a good state for earth drillers?
On pay alone it ranks 30 of 48 (−2% vs. the national median of $60,190). Living costs are not included.