Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators
SOC code 47-2073 · Construction and Extraction Occupations
National employment
478,090
Mean annual wage
$66,290
Mean hourly wage
$31.87
Median annual wage
$59,850
Median hourly wage
$28.78
Wage percentiles
| Percentile | Annual wage | Hourly wage |
|---|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $42,190 | $20.28 |
| 25th percentile | $48,680 | $23.40 |
| 50th percentile (median) | $59,850 | $28.78 |
| 75th percentile | $77,170 | $37.10 |
| 90th percentile | $101,090 | $48.60 |
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Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2024 estimates. Wage figures are BLS OEWS estimates and may not reflect current pay.