Wellhead Pumpers Hourly Pay

Median hourly wage: $33.63

Hourly Wage Percentiles

PercentileHourly Wage
10th$21.20
25th$25.16
Median$33.63
75th$39.52
90th$47.20

Data source: BLS OES national file · U.S. BLS OES, May 2024 (updated April 2025)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much do wellhead pumpers make an hour?

The median hourly wage is $33.63; the mean hourly wage is $33.83.

What is the entry-level hourly pay for wellhead pumpers?

Workers at the 10th percentile earn about $21.20 per hour — a common proxy for entry-level pay.

What is the top hourly pay for wellhead pumpers?

Workers at the 90th percentile earn about $47.20 per hour.