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Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators Salary in Georgia
Ranked #50 of 51 · GA
Salary Distribution (10th–90th percentile)
About 80% of operating engineers and other construction equipment operatorss in Georgia earn between $37,810 and $62,840. The blue band is the middle 50% (P25–P75); the dot marks the median.
Compared to the U.S.
The mean operating engineers and other construction equipment operators salary in Georgia is $49,660, about 25.1% below the U.S. average ($66,290). That works out to roughly $24/hr at 2,080 hours per year.
Metro Areas in Georgia
| Metro area | Median | Mean | Employment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA | $49,430 | $52,100 | 8,360 |
| Savannah, GA | $48,810 | $52,590 | 720 |
| Gainesville, GA | $48,350 | $48,520 | 300 |
| Augusta-Richmond County, GA-SC | $48,190 | $51,440 | 670 |
| Warner Robins, GA | $48,110 | $49,860 | 240 |
| Hinesville, GA | $47,510 | $52,550 | 60 |
| Brunswick-St. Simons, GA | $46,600 | $48,950 | 190 |
| Columbus, GA-AL | $46,430 | $45,710 | 490 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do operating engineers and other construction equipment operators make in Georgia?
The median operating engineers and other construction equipment operators salary in Georgia is $47,880 per year (mean $49,660), and about 80% earn between $37,810 and $62,840.
How much do operating engineers and other construction equipment operators make per hour in Georgia?
Roughly $24 per hour, based on a mean annual wage of $49,660 and 2,080 work hours per year.
Is Georgia a high-paying state for operating engineers and other construction equipment operators?
Georgia ranks #50 of 51 states for operating engineers and other construction equipment operators pay. Its mean salary of $49,660 is about 25.1% below the U.S. average of $66,290.
Which metro areas in Georgia pay operating engineers and other construction equipment operators the most?
The highest-paying metro areas in Georgia for operating engineers and other construction equipment operators are Atlanta-Sandy Springs-Roswell, GA ($49,430), Savannah, GA ($48,810), Gainesville, GA ($48,350), by median annual wage.
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