Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators pay in Connecticut
Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators in Connecticut earn an average of $83,380 a year. That is $17,090 (26%) more than the U.S. average of $66,290. The best-paying metro area is Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury, CT at $88,050.
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Connecticut vs. neighbors
| Area | Avg. pay | Hourly |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $66,290 | $31.87 |
| Connecticut | $83,380 | $40.09 |
| New York | $90,690 | $43.60 |
| Massachusetts | $84,730 | $40.74 |
| Rhode Island | $72,470 | $34.84 |
Related jobs in Connecticut
- Construction Laborers$59,250
- Electricians$77,390
- Carpenters$68,680
- Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters$75,400
- Painters, Construction and Maintenance$63,500
- Cement Masons and Concrete Finishers$61,100
Average pay, Connecticut, May 2025
Questions and answers
How much do operating engineers and other construction equipment operators make in Connecticut?
The average is $83,380 a year, and the median is $78,750. That is $17,090 (26%) more than the U.S. average of $66,290.
What is the hourly wage in Connecticut?
$40.09 an hour on average; the median is $37.86.
Where in Connecticut do they earn the most?
Bridgeport-Stamford-Danbury, CT ($88,050), followed by New Haven, CT ($85,070). The lowest average among 5 metro areas with data is Norwich-New London-Willimantic, CT ($73,080).
How does Connecticut rank?
Connecticut ranks #8 of 51 states (including D.C.) with published data for this job, by average pay.