Rotary Drill Operators Salary in Ohio
Rotary Drill Operators in Ohio earn a median of $63,600 a year, −6% compared with the U.S. median.
Updated October 2026 · Data: BLS OEWS May 2025 · How we match careers
- Median pay
- $63,600
- vs. U.S. median
- −6% ($67,890)
- Rank among states
- 12 of 26
- Jobs in the state
- 290
Pay range in Ohio
The lowest-paid 10% earn under $46,380; the top 10% earn over $82,860. Nationally the range is $47,010 to $101,860.
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Rotary Drill Operators pay in Ohio
How much do rotary drill operators make in Ohio?
The median is $63,600 a year. The lowest-paid 10% earn under $46,380 and the top 10% earn over $82,860. BLS OEWS May 2025.
Is Ohio a good state for rotary drill operators?
On pay alone it ranks 12 of 26 (−6% vs. the national median of $67,890). Living costs are not included.