Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators pay in Mississippi
Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators in Mississippi earn an average of $50,010 a year. That is $16,280 (25%) less than the U.S. average of $66,290. The best-paying metro area is Memphis, TN-MS-AR at $55,080.
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Average pay for operating engineers and other construction equipment operators by metro area. Swipe to see all 4.
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Mississippi vs. neighbors
| Area | Avg. pay | Hourly |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $66,290 | $31.87 |
| Mississippi | $50,010 | $24.04 |
| Louisiana | $55,380 | $26.63 |
| Tennessee | $55,050 | $26.47 |
| Alabama | $50,680 | $24.36 |
| Arkansas | $45,890 | $22.06 |
Related jobs in Mississippi
- Construction Laborers$40,310
- Electricians$58,000
- Carpenters$49,280
- Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters$56,690
- Painters, Construction and Maintenance$46,450
- Cement Masons and Concrete Finishers$43,470
Average pay, Mississippi, May 2025
Questions and answers
How much do operating engineers and other construction equipment operators make in Mississippi?
The average is $50,010 a year, and the median is $47,410. That is $16,280 (25%) less than the U.S. average of $66,290.
What is the hourly wage in Mississippi?
$24.04 an hour on average; the median is $22.79.
Where in Mississippi do they earn the most?
Memphis, TN-MS-AR ($55,080), followed by Gulfport-Biloxi, MS ($50,050). The lowest average among 4 metro areas with data is Jackson, MS ($48,170).
How does Mississippi rank?
Mississippi ranks #49 of 51 states (including D.C.) with published data for this job, by average pay.