How much do oilfield jobs pay?

Pay varies a lot by role, employer, experience, and whether the job is entry-level field work or a specialized technical position. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics puts the median annual wage for oil and gas extraction workers at $52,610 (May 2024), with the bottom 10% earning under $36,860 and the top 10% over $82,100 — and that range doesn't include contractor day-rate roles, which can sit well outside it. Entry-level field roles (roustabout, floorhand) tend to land toward the lower half of that range starting out; specialized, technical, or supervisory roles push toward and past the top. Overtime, per diem, and rotational schedules can meaningfully change take-home pay beyond the base wage. Always confirm exact pay with the specific employer — it varies more than a single national number can show.