Construction Sand and Gravel Mining vs Drilling Oil and Gas Wells
Side-by-side revenue comparison of these two business types.
| Metric | Construction Sand | Drilling Oil |
|---|---|---|
| Average Revenue | $7.7M | $19.8M |
| Profit Margin | 15.0% | 15.0% |
| Est. Owner Income | $1.2M | $3.0M |
| Revenue / Employee | $475K | $634K |
| Labor Cost % | 15.0% | 15.0% |
| Total Businesses | 1,392 | 1,472 |
| Startup Cost (Low) | $50K | $50K |
| Startup Cost (High) | $250K | $250K |
| 5-Year Survival Rate | 50.0% | 50.0% |
| YoY Growth | 5.0% | 5.0% |
| Avg Employee Wage | $81K | $117K |