Construction Equipment Operators Salaries by State
Mean and median pay, wage percentiles, employment, and top-paying metro areas for construction equipment operatorss across the U.S. Source: BLS OEWS May 2025 (data.bls.gov OEWS tool /OESServices/combo/table, all-occupation crawl by area).
National mean salary $65,770 ≈ $32/hr
National median salary $59,600
Total employment 522,210 nationwide
State-level and metro breakdowns aren’t published for this aggregate occupation group. National figures are shown above; browse a specific occupation for full state detail.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do construction equipment operators make in the U.S.?
The median construction equipment operators salary in the United States is $59,600 per year (mean $65,770), and about 80% earn between $41,550 and $100,660.
How much do construction equipment operators make per hour?
Roughly $32 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $65,770 and 2,080 work hours per year.