Service Unit Operators, Oil and Gas Salary in New York (2026)

Official state-level BLS pay data for Service Unit Operators, Oil and Gas in New York, plus how it compares with the rest of the country.

Official BLS state wage data · Unknown vintage
New York Median
$45,750
per year
Hourly Rate
$22.00
based on 2,080 hrs/yr
vs National
-21% vs US median
US median $58,160
State Rank
#25 of 27
100 employed here

How much do Service Unit Operators, Oil and Gas make in New York?

Service Unit Operators, Oil and Gas in New York take home a median of $45,750 annually — roughly $22.00 an hour — which runs 21% below the national median of $58,160.

Within New York, entry-level pay starts around $36,880 while the top 10% make $60,660 or more. The middle 50% of earners fall between $36,880 and $58,430 a year.

Service Unit Operators, Oil and Gas salary range in New York

Pay levelAnnual salaryHourly rate
10th percentile (entry level)$36,880$17.73
25th percentile (early career)$36,880$17.73
50th percentile (median)$45,750$22.00
75th percentile (experienced)$58,430$28.09
90th percentile (top earners)$60,660$29.16

How New York compares

New York ranks 25th out of 27 states and territories for Service Unit Operators, Oil and Gas pay. The top 5 best-paying states:

RankStateMedian salary
1Alaska$106,480
2Missouri$90,580
3Montana$77,750
4New Mexico$64,990
5Nebraska$62,990

Working as Service Unit Operators, Oil and Gas in New York

Nationally, about 43,000 people work as Service Unit Operators, Oil and Gas in the United States. A high school diploma is typically enough, with most skills learned on the job.

Considering a move? Compare New York pay ($45,750) against the highest-paying state above, and weigh the difference against housing and everyday costs — a smaller paycheck in a cheaper state can stretch further.

Frequently asked questions

How much do Service Unit Operators, Oil and Gas make in New York?
The median Service Unit Operators, Oil and Gas salary in New York is $45,750 per year, or about $22.00 per hour, per official BLS state wage estimates. Salaries typically range from $36,880 at the entry level to $60,660 for the top 10% of earners.
How does New York pay compare to the national average?
New York pays Service Unit Operators, Oil and Gas about 21% less than the national median of $58,160. New York ranks 25th out of 27 states and territories reporting this occupation.
Is New York a good state for Service Unit Operators, Oil and Gas?
Pay runs below the national median here, at $45,750 a year. About 100 Service Unit Operators, Oil and Gas are employed in New York. A lower cost of living can offset the smaller paycheck, so compare take-home value, not just salary.
What are the highest-paying jobs in New York?
The highest-paying occupations in New York include Cardiologist ($492,040), Anesthesiologist ($445,660), Radiologist ($441,580), based on median annual pay in official BLS state estimates.

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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), Unknown vintage. Education requirements: O*NET (U.S. Department of Labor). State figures are official BLS state-level wage estimates. Where BLS suppresses a state percentile, it is scaled from the official national distribution. Individual pay varies by employer, metro area, and experience.