Excavating and Loading Machine and Dragline Operators, Surface Mining
SOC code 47-5022 · Construction and Extraction Occupations
National employment
34,480
Mean annual wage
$59,930
Mean hourly wage
$28.81
Median annual wage
$57,430
Median hourly wage
$27.61
Wage percentiles
| Percentile | Annual wage | Hourly wage |
|---|---|---|
| 10th percentile | $41,600 | $20.00 |
| 25th percentile | $47,890 | $23.03 |
| 50th percentile (median) | $57,430 | $27.61 |
| 75th percentile | $65,730 | $31.60 |
| 90th percentile | $82,400 | $39.61 |
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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.