Rotary Drill Operators Salary in California
Rotary Drill Operators in California earn a median of $65,520 a year, −3% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $65,520
- vs. U.S. median
- −3% ($67,890)
- Rank among states
- 11 of 26
- Jobs in the state
- 460
Pay range in California
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $49,880; the top 10% earn over $120,130. Nationally the range is $47,010 to $101,860.
States ranked near California
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Rotary Drill Operators pay in California
How much do rotary drill operators make in California?
The median is $65,520 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $49,880 and the top 10% earn over $120,130. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is California a good state for rotary drill operators?
On pay alone it ranks 11 of 26 (−3% vs. the national median of $67,890). Living costs are not included.