Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators pay in Tennessee
Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators in Tennessee earn an average of $55,050 a year. That is $11,240 (17%) less than the U.S. average of $66,290. The best-paying metro area is Kingsport-Bristol, TN-VA at $57,900.
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Average pay for operating engineers and other construction equipment operators by metro area. Swipe to see all 10.
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Tennessee vs. neighbors
| Area | Avg. pay | Hourly |
|---|---|---|
| United States | $66,290 | $31.87 |
| Tennessee | $55,050 | $26.47 |
| Missouri | $67,960 | $32.67 |
| Kentucky | $59,320 | $28.52 |
| Virginia | $58,400 | $28.08 |
| North Carolina | $52,310 | $25.15 |
| Alabama | $50,680 | $24.36 |
Related jobs in Tennessee
- Construction Laborers$45,970
- Electricians$63,540
- Carpenters$53,990
- Plumbers, Pipefitters, and Steamfitters$60,500
- Painters, Construction and Maintenance$44,590
- Cement Masons and Concrete Finishers$48,690
Average pay, Tennessee, May 2025
Questions and answers
How much do operating engineers and other construction equipment operators make in Tennessee?
The average is $55,050 a year, and the median is $52,000. That is $11,240 (17%) less than the U.S. average of $66,290.
What is the hourly wage in Tennessee?
$26.47 an hour on average; the median is $25.00.
Where in Tennessee do they earn the most?
Kingsport-Bristol, TN-VA ($57,900), followed by Nashville-Davidson--Murfreesboro--Franklin, TN ($57,270). The lowest average among 10 metro areas with data is Morristown, TN ($49,950).
How does Tennessee rank?
Tennessee ranks #40 of 51 states (including D.C.) with published data for this job, by average pay.