Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators

Occupation

$58,710
National Median Salary
$28.23
Median Hourly Wage
469,270
Total Employment

Salary Distribution

$40,080
$47,780
$58,710
$75,750
$100,690

10th percentile → 25th → Median → 75th → 90th percentile

Salary Trend (2014-2024)

+34.9%
10 Year Change
$43,510
2014 Median
$58,710
2024 Median
Best Paying Industries Industry Wage Growth Best Paying States Fastest Growing States Where This Career Pays Above Average

Top Paying Industries for Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators

Industry Annual Median Employment
Hydroelectric Power Generation $119,160 60
Painting and Wall Covering Contractors $100,360 —
Fossil Fuel Electric Power Generation $95,570 690
Scientific Research and Development Services $91,540 120
Research and Development in the Physical, Engineering, and Life Sciences $91,540 120

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Top Paying States for Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators

State Annual Median Employment
Hawaii $105,440 1,740
Illinois $96,980 11,690
California $89,120 36,040
New Jersey $84,170 6,450
New York $80,260 14,700

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